Honda CB72 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda CB72 reliable? We analysed 672 real MOT tests across 115 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda CB72 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include footrest missing, tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s and fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda CB72.
Honda CB72 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda CB72. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda CB72 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda CB72 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda CB72 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda CB72 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda CB72 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda CB72 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda CB72 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda CB72 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 60 | 96.7% | 14,702 | 29,396 | 33,914 |
| 1966 | 91 | 90.1% | 9,842 | 17,232 | 26,560 |
| 1965 | 120 | 91.7% | 6,748 | 17,566 | 26,218 |
| 1964 | 95 | 93.7% | 12,610 | 21,128 | 28,298 |
| 1963 | 89 | 92.1% | 12,273 | 21,978 | 33,584 |
How Long Does a Honda CB72 Last?
Based on 115 Honda CB72 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda CB72 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda CB72 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda CB72
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.7% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
90.1% MOT pass rate from 91 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda CB72 is 1967, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.7% across 60 tests. The 1966 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda CB72 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CB72 THIS CAR | 92.3% | 672 | 20,504 mi | 63 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Peugeot 2008 Allure Blue HDI S/s | 92.2% | 1,048 | 64,010 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda CB72 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CB72Should you buy a used Honda CB72?
The Honda CB72 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.3% across 672 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda CB72 are footrest missing (3 recorded failures), tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (3), and fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (2). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Honda CB72 owner drives around 144 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda CB72 models stay on UK roads for around 63 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.