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G733 FTW

1989 Honda CB1

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,503 mi
Last recorded40,503 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
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

RegistrationG733 FTW
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 40,503 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 37,481 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 29,592 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 25,885 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 25,885 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2008 24,877 miles

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

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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G733 FTW is a 1989 Honda CB1 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G733 FTW, 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 G733 FTW registered?

G733 FTW is a 1989 Honda CB1, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G733 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G733 FTW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G733 FTW have outstanding finance?

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