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YBA 833S

1978 Honda Cb

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,945 mi
Last recorded16,945 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 1978 Honda Cb20,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBA 833S
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 16,945 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 16,944 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

no lights tested at time of test

Fail 29 Jul 2023 16,944 miles

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted bolt missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement wrong bolt fitted no locking s/pin (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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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YBA 833S is a 1978 Honda Cb in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 20,008 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 YBA 833S, 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 48 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBA 833S?

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What year was YBA 833S registered?

YBA 833S is a 1978 Honda Cb, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is YBA 833S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBA 833S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YBA 833S have outstanding finance?

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