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OBC 816W

1981 Honda CBX1000

Red Petrol 1047cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,430 mi
Last recorded26,430 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 1981 Honda CBX100026,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBC 816W
MakeHonda
ModelCBX1000
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,047cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 26,430 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 26,319 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 26,083 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 25,998 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 25,994 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 25,698 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 25,457 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2009 24,474 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 24,471 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 22,975 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda CBX1000?

Based on 4,828 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
310
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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OBC 816W is a 1981 Honda CBX1000 in Red with a 1,047cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Honda CBX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 26,347 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 CBX1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBC 816W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CBX1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OBC 816W registered?

OBC 816W is a 1981 Honda CBX1000, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is OBC 816W safe to buy?

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