Honda CB750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda CB750 reliable? We analysed 29,946 real MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda CB750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda CB750.
Honda CB750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda CB750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda CB750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda CB750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda CB750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda CB750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda CB750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda CB750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda CB750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda CB750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 75 | 92.0% | 15,499 | 23,688 | 29,973 |
| 2018 | 75 | 85.3% | 6,318 | 22,096 | 28,764 |
| 2017 | 183 | 88.0% | 9,944 | 18,866 | 27,886 |
| 2016 | 223 | 87.4% | 12,083 | 21,873 | 28,334 |
| 2015 | 169 | 84.0% | 11,121 | 20,681 | 26,290 |
| 2014 | 126 | 88.9% | 7,192 | 12,223 | 23,876 |
| 2013 | 118 | 87.3% | 6,669 | 21,912 | 26,388 |
| 2012 | 120 | 86.7% | 15,802 | 19,394 | 23,260 |
| 2011 | 53 | 90.6% | 15,340 | 17,933 | 23,386 |
| 2010 | 110 | 89.1% | 11,382 | 20,132 | 24,393 |
| 2009 | 71 | 91.5% | 9,334 | 14,913 | 21,021 |
| 2008 | 72 | 93.1% | 2,060 | 13,115 | 28,918 |
| 2007 | 87 | 83.9% | 18,580 | 24,426 | 33,206 |
| 2006 | 56 | 91.1% | 9,630 | 17,451 | 21,789 |
| 2005 | 57 | 86.0% | 20,188 | 38,242 | 50,684 |
| 2004 | 91 | 86.8% | 17,237 | 24,934 | 38,070 |
| 2003 | 87 | 77.0% | 16,106 | 31,528 | 37,514 |
| 2002 | 400 | 83.5% | 9,622 | 15,137 | 27,392 |
| 2001 | 845 | 83.4% | 11,100 | 17,133 | 30,944 |
| 2000 | 710 | 86.3% | 12,463 | 21,297 | 34,585 |
How Long Does a Honda CB750 Last?
Based on 4,575 Honda CB750 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda CB750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda CB750 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 CB750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.7% MOT pass rate from 270 tests
77.0% MOT pass rate from 87 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda CB750 is 1970, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.7% across 270 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda CB750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CB750 THIS CAR | 84.5% | 29,946 | 26,112 mi | 56 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 |
| BMW 330E SE Pro Auto | 86.8% | 11,312 | 52,896 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda CB750 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CB750Should you buy a used Honda CB750?
The Honda CB750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.5% across 29,946 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 CB750 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (335 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (322), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (274). 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 CB750 owner drives around 402 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 CB750 models stay on UK roads for around 56 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.