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WCU 218Y

1982 Honda CBX1000

Gold Petrol 1047cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,477 mi
Last recorded20,477 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX100028,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCU 218Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX1000
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,047cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 20,477 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 20,255 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 20,140 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 20,140 miles

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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WCU 218Y is a 1982 Honda CBX1000 in Gold with a 1,047cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Honda CBX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 28,043 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 WCU 218Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda CBX1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WCU 218Y?

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What year was WCU 218Y registered?

WCU 218Y is a 1982 Honda CBX1000, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is WCU 218Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCU 218Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WCU 218Y have outstanding finance?

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