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MTP 740Y

1983 Honda CB900

Red Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,646 mi
Last recorded56,646 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1983 Honda CB90032,656 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTP 740Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 56,646 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 56,645 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 56,644 miles

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake advise rear brake slight bind on rear brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 19 Dec 2008 56,076 miles

Advise both front and rear tyres have sidewall cracking

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 56,076 miles

Advise both front and rear tyres have sidewall cracking

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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MTP 740Y is a 1983 Honda CB900 in Red with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,656 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 MTP 740Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MTP 740Y?

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What year was MTP 740Y registered?

MTP 740Y is a 1983 Honda CB900, first registered on 6 May 1983.

Is MTP 740Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTP 740Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MTP 740Y have outstanding finance?

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