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ERE 42K

1971 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,916 mi
Last recorded95,916 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 Honda CB75026,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERE 42K
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 95,916 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 94,555 miles

Rear tyre shows signs of perishing on sidewall

Pass 1 Aug 2014 93,271 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 93,271 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 91,006 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 47,941 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 47,941 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 46,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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
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ERE 42K is a 1971 Honda CB750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,268 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 ERE 42K, 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 55 years old, this Honda CB750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ERE 42K registered?

ERE 42K is a 1971 Honda CB750, first registered on 19 November 1971.

Is ERE 42K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERE 42K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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