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F788 AEL

1989 Honda CB1

Blue Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,389 mi
Last recorded34,389 miles
Recorded on1 May 2010
Typical for 1989 Honda CB138,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF788 AEL
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2010 34,389 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 61,534 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 55,319 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 53,721 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 53,721 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda CB1?

Based on 2,419 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
779
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
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F788 AEL is a 1989 Honda CB1 in Blue with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Honda CB1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 38,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F788 AEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Honda CB1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F788 AEL registered?

F788 AEL is a 1989 Honda CB1, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F788 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F788 AEL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F788 AEL have outstanding finance?

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