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VUR 979W

1981 Honda Cb

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,072 mi
Last recorded13,072 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Honda Cb31,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUR 979W
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 13,072 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2015 13,072 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 12,985 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 12,716 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 17 Mar 2009 12,716 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Nov 2008 12,710 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 12,221 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 12,221 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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VUR 979W is a 1981 Honda Cb in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VUR 979W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VUR 979W registered?

VUR 979W is a 1981 Honda Cb, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VUR 979W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUR 979W shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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