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D504 UTU

1996 Honda Cbx

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

54,487 mi
Last recorded54,487 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbx37,040 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD504 UTU
MakeHonda
ModelCbx
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 54,487 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame and Down Tube's Corrosion Need Attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil Cooler Pipes Exccessively Corroded Needs Attention

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing Arm and Brake Torque Arm Corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2025 54,487 miles

Fuel cap ineffective Petrol Cap Seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (L/H/R indicator) (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Speedo Cable Rubbing Tyre

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame and Down Tube's Corrosion Need Attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil Cooler Pipes Exccessively Corroded Needs Attention

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing Arm and Brake Torque Arm Corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 54,487 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear swing arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 54,487 miles

(Fuel Tank Cap Seal Not Original Seal But Not Leaking)

Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (Rear Brake Torque Arm) (1.1.15 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Frame and Swing Arm Corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 54,487 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing and torque arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2022 54,487 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing and torque arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 54,487 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (Suspension Seems to be Seized) (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (When Rear Brake Applied) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

(Fuel cap Has Secondry Seal Fitted But not Leaking)

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Upper Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (Slightly Long) (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Swing and Torque Arm Corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 54,487 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed hose too long or incorrectly routed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear Body work is loose.

Slight oil weep from engine.

additional seal used on fuel cap not secure

front lower body work is slightly loose

Fail 8 Dec 2020 54,487 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle is not returning to neutral position (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly chafed hose too long or incorrectly routed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper wire exposed (insulation missing)

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear Body work is loose.

Slight oil weep from engine.

additional seal used on fuel cap not secure

front lower body work is slightly loose

Rear Luggage rack insecure

Pass 2 Dec 2019 53,597 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Frame & Swing Arm) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 51,993 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 50,401 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2017 50,398 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 49,555 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 48,358 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 47,330 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 43,920 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 41,367 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 39,654 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 39,654 miles

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

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 61,210 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 61,217 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 60,670 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 58,348 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbx?

Based on 1,759 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
281
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Horn not working 6
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D504 UTU is a 1996 Honda Cbx in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cbx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 37,040 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 Cbx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D504 UTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbx typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cbx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D504 UTU registered?

D504 UTU is a 1996 Honda Cbx, first registered on 5 December 1996.

Is D504 UTU safe to buy?

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