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GKE 37Y

1983 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

37,323 mi
Last recorded37,323 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 Honda CB90032,656 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKE 37Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 37,323 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 37,053 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 36,886 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 36,668 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 36,464 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 36,360 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 36,312 miles

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

slight play in front brake caliers

slight play in rear brake caliper

Pass 18 May 2017 36,140 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 35,735 miles

oil leak

Fail 19 Mar 2016 35,735 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 35,573 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 3 Mar 2015 35,573 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 19 Feb 2014 35,361 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2012 34,952 miles

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

rubbers missing from front caliper sliders.nearside and offside

Fail 17 Dec 2012 34,952 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

rubbers missing from front caliper sliders.nearside and offside

Pass 5 Oct 2011 34,699 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 34,699 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 34,418 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 33,940 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 33,940 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 32,901 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 32,901 miles

Offside Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Fail 12 Oct 2007 32,656 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 32,656 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 32,148 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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GKE 37Y is a 1983 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 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 GKE 37Y, 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 GKE 37Y registered?

GKE 37Y is a 1983 Honda CB900, first registered on 2 April 1983.

Is GKE 37Y safe to buy?

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