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J242 GGP

1992 Honda CB1

Silver Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,409 mi
Last recorded44,409 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda CB140,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ242 GGP
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 44,409 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 44,409 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 43,992 miles

Front Tyre slight cracking on treads

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly loose but not insecure

Rear Tyre heavily cracking on sidewalls

Pass 21 Jul 2023 43,343 miles

Rear Tyre heavily cracked on treads and sidewalls

Pass 19 Jul 2022 42,680 miles

Front Tyre has slight cracking on treads

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 42,155 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 40,967 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 40,454 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 40,070 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 40,070 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 39,950 miles

offside rear shock absorber damp

Pass 10 Aug 2009 39,835 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

n/s front + rear indicator slightly loose

n/s mirror loose

Pass 12 Jun 2008 29,732 miles

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 11 May 2007 38,889 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 38,889 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

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

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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J242 GGP is a 1992 Honda CB1 in Silver with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Honda CB1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 40,316 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 J242 GGP, 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 34 years old, this Honda CB1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J242 GGP registered?

J242 GGP is a 1992 Honda CB1, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J242 GGP safe to buy?

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