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TVF 426W

1981 Honda Cb

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,787 mi
Last recorded20,787 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Honda Cb31,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVF 426W
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 20,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 20,787 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 20,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 20,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 20,780 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2018 20,780 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 20,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 19,404 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 19,364 miles

Battery needs charge,very low power.

Pass 2 Apr 2013 19,087 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 18,866 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 18,441 miles

Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 18,127 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 17,775 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 16,344 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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TVF 426W is a 1981 Honda Cb in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,786 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 Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVF 426W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 45 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TVF 426W registered?

TVF 426W is a 1981 Honda Cb, first registered on 18 June 1981.

Is TVF 426W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVF 426W shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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