Honda CB77 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda CB77 reliable? We analysed 490 real MOT tests across 120 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda CB77 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda CB77.
Honda CB77 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda CB77. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda CB77 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda CB77 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda CB77 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda CB77 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda CB77 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda CB77 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda CB77 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda CB77 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 77 | 96.1% | 6,946 | 18,017 | 30,032 |
| 1964 | 94 | 92.6% | 14,697 | 16,429 | 21,232 |
How Long Does a Honda CB77 Last?
Based on 120 Honda CB77 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda CB77 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda CB77 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 CB77
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.1% MOT pass rate from 77 tests
92.6% MOT pass rate from 94 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda CB77 is 1965, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.1% across 77 tests. The 1964 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda CB77 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CB77 THIS CAR | 92.7% | 490 | 15,456 mi | 62 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 |
| Suzuki Vitara SZ4 | 96.9% | 806 | 46,832 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda CB77 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CB77Should you buy a used Honda CB77?
The Honda CB77 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.7% across 490 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 CB77 are tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (3 recorded failures), tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (2), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (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 CB77 owner drives around 176 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 CB77 models stay on UK roads for around 62 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.