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H616 BOU

1989 Honda CB1

Yellow Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,202 mi
Last recorded42,202 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2009
Typical for 1989 Honda CB138,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH616 BOU
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2009 42,202 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 42,154 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front fork legs pitted

Fuel tank overflow pipe split

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 40,117 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 38,119 miles

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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H616 BOU is a 1989 Honda CB1 in Yellow with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H616 BOU, 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 H616 BOU registered?

H616 BOU is a 1989 Honda CB1, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is H616 BOU safe to buy?

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