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HBA 56Y

1983 Honda Nighthawk

Black Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,844 mi
Last recorded14,844 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 1983 Honda Nighthawk26,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBA 56Y
MakeHonda
ModelNighthawk
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 14,844 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 14,828 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 14,820 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 14,639 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 11,530 miles

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

engine wont tickover on its own

Fail 3 Jul 2013 11,530 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

engine wont tickover on its own

Pass 6 Jun 2011 11,428 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 11,044 miles

Will need front brake clean on both sides.

Pass 29 Mar 2008 1,102 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Nighthawk?

Based on 1,396 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
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HBA 56Y is a 1983 Honda Nighthawk in Black with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Honda Nighthawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,696 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Nighthawk fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBA 56Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nighthawk typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda Nighthawk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HBA 56Y registered?

HBA 56Y is a 1983 Honda Nighthawk, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HBA 56Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBA 56Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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