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F940 JYA

1989 Honda CB1

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,596 mi
Last recorded65,596 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda CB138,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF940 JYA
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 65,596 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2014 53,835 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 53,835 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 53,373 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2010 53,186 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 30,020 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 28,023 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2005 22,787 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

left hand handle bar slightly bent

Fail 5 Dec 2005 22,787 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

left hand handle bar slightly bent

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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F940 JYA is a 1989 Honda CB1 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F940 JYA, 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.

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What year was F940 JYA registered?

F940 JYA is a 1989 Honda CB1, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F940 JYA safe to buy?

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