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ESF 739W

1981 Honda CB900

Orange Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,800 mi
Last recorded51,800 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESF 739W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 51,800 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 51,114 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 50,353 miles

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged front (4.1.2c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged rear (4.1.2c)

Fail 25 Apr 2018 50,330 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged front (4.1.2c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged rear (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 49,472 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 49,054 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 49,054 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 48,775 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 48,591 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 48,591 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 47,889 miles

front brake spongy

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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ESF 739W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Orange with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ESF 739W, 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

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What year was ESF 739W registered?

ESF 739W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ESF 739W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESF 739W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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