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B961 SEC

1985 Honda Magna

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,324 mi
Last recorded48,324 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda Magna25,084 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB961 SEC
MakeHonda
ModelMagna
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 48,324 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint on silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 48,250 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 47,953 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 47,700 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 45,805 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 45,668 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 44,690 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 42,009 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 42,006 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 41,853 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 May 2007 41,418 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 Jun 2006 41,231 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 41,231 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Magna?

Based on 2,394 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
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B961 SEC is a 1985 Honda Magna in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1985 Honda Magna models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 25,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Magna fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B961 SEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Magna typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Magna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B961 SEC registered?

B961 SEC is a 1985 Honda Magna, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B961 SEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B961 SEC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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