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B148 BYB

1985 Honda CBX750

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,413 mi
Last recorded26,413 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 1985 Honda CBX75037,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB148 BYB
MakeHonda
ModelCBX750
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 26,413 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 26,169 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 26,169 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 26,120 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 25,981 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 25,881 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 24,800 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 23,478 miles

slight notch in upper head stock bearing

Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,969 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 20,376 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 20,358 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 20,032 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda CBX750?

Based on 3,696 MOT tests across 646 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
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B148 BYB is a 1985 Honda CBX750 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda CBX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 37,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBX750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B148 BYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX750 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda CBX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B148 BYB registered?

B148 BYB is a 1985 Honda CBX750, first registered on 13 May 1985.

Is B148 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B148 BYB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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