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WAW 285S

1978 Honda CB200

Red Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,066 mi
Last recorded32,066 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1978 Honda CB20019,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAW 285S
MakeHonda
ModelCB200
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 32,066 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 31,334 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 30,863 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 30,061 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 30,061 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 29,228 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 28,268 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 27,267 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 27,265 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

How Reliable is the Honda CB200?

Based on 1,594 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
145
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
Direction indicators not working 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Fuel system component leaking 6
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WAW 285S is a 1978 Honda CB200 in Red with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 19,873 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 CB200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WAW 285S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB200 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WAW 285S?

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What year was WAW 285S registered?

WAW 285S is a 1978 Honda CB200, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is WAW 285S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAW 285S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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