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BFB 831V

1980 Honda CB100

Black Petrol 99cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,232 mi
Last recorded15,232 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2011
Typical for 1980 Honda CB10017,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFB 831V
MakeHonda
ModelCB100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine99cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2011 15,232 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 14,899 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 32,803 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front brake lever not returning fully

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Slight wear in n/s rear shock absorber

Wiring loom fouling on fuel tank

Fail 17 Nov 2007 32,803 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front brake lever not returning fully

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Slight wear in n/s rear shock absorber

Wiring loom fouling on fuel tank

How Reliable is the Honda CB100?

Based on 1,666 MOT tests across 431 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 19
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 16
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 14
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BFB 831V is a 1980 Honda CB100 in Black with a 99cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 17,147 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFB 831V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB100 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CB100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFB 831V registered?

BFB 831V is a 1980 Honda CB100, first registered on 10 April 1980.

Is BFB 831V safe to buy?

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