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LYW 956X

1982 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

36,775 mi
Last recorded36,775 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda CB75032,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYW 956X
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2025 36,775 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 36,747 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 36,352 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 36,251 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 35,675 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 35,364 miles

Slight oil misting on L/H fork

Pass 26 Feb 2020 35,145 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 34,676 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 34,414 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 33,126 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 31,747 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 31,349 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 31,144 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 30,644 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 30,451 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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LYW 956X is a 1982 Honda CB750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYW 956X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 44 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LYW 956X?

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What year was LYW 956X registered?

LYW 956X is a 1982 Honda CB750, first registered on 27 February 1982.

Is LYW 956X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYW 956X shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LYW 956X have outstanding finance?

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