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BFW 640X

1981 Honda CB900

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40 mi
Last recorded40 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 640X
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 40 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2020 16 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Very stiff next to no damping (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 61,066 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 61,066 miles

Riders seat insecure refit (6.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock refit cable (2.1.4)

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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BFW 640X is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,472 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 CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFW 640X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFW 640X?

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What year was BFW 640X registered?

BFW 640X is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 10 December 1981.

Is BFW 640X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 640X shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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