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GEX 398Y

1983 Honda CB900

White Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,645 mi
Last recorded32,645 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 1983 Honda CB90032,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEX 398Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 32,645 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 32,168 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 32,168 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 31,285 miles
Pass 8 May 2011 30,246 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 29,530 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 28,441 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2005 28,417 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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GEX 398Y is a 1983 Honda CB900 in White with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,656 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GEX 398Y, 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 43 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 GEX 398Y registered?

GEX 398Y is a 1983 Honda CB900, first registered on 9 June 1983.

Is GEX 398Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEX 398Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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