CarVerify

Free Car Check

DGC 861X

1981 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 748cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,671 mi
Last recorded52,671 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda CB75029,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGC 861X
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
View full Honda CB750 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 52,671 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 52,470 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 52,470 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 52,392 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 52,298 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 52,146 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 52,146 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 51,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 51,460 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 51,001 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 50,145 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
Full Honda CB750 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DGC 861X is a 1981 Honda CB750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,370 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGC 861X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DGC 861X?

You can check the full history of DGC 861X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DGC 861X registered?

DGC 861X is a 1981 Honda CB750, first registered on 7 November 1981.

Is DGC 861X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGC 861X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DGC 861X have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DGC 861X. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.