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JFR 277W

1981 Honda CB900

Red Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,630 mi
Last recorded15,630 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFR 277W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 15,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear number plate angle

Pass 6 Sep 2019 15,601 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 15,454 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 15,442 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

starter motor staying engaged

Pass 9 Jun 2016 15,380 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 15,365 miles

Nearside Front Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 15,254 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2014 15,090 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 14,744 miles

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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JFR 277W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Red with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,472 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 JFR 277W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JFR 277W registered?

JFR 277W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is JFR 277W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFR 277W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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