Honda CB750F Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda CB750F reliable? We analysed 634 real MOT tests across 111 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda CB750F is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda CB750F.
Honda CB750F Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda CB750F. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda CB750F MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda CB750F to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda CB750F Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda CB750F fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda CB750F Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda CB750F owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda CB750F MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda CB750F year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 56 | 82.1% | 16,506 | 18,382 | 29,502 |
| 1995 | 50 | 88.0% | 17,350 | 21,094 | 45,380 |
| 1982 | 60 | 80.0% | 26,130 | 35,234 | 42,596 |
| 1977 | 64 | 79.7% | 3,224 | 12,692 | 26,332 |
| 1976 | 129 | 72.9% | 13,646 | 37,190 | 52,096 |
How Long Does a Honda CB750F Last?
Based on 111 Honda CB750F vehicles on UK roads.
Honda CB750F Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda CB750F 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 CB750F
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
72.9% MOT pass rate from 129 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda CB750F is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.0% across 50 tests. The 1976 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda CB750F Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CB750F THIS CAR | 80.3% | 634 | 29,406 mi | 50 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 |
| Renault Master ML35 Business Blue DCI | 75.2% | 314 | 32,216 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda CB750F sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CB750FShould you buy a used Honda CB750F?
The Honda CB750F has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.3% across 634 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 CB750F are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (15 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (12), and horn not working (5). 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 CB750F owner drives around 188 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 CB750F models stay on UK roads for around 50 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.