Honda Cbx Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Cbx reliable? We analysed 1,759 real MOT tests across 305 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Cbx 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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cbx.
Honda Cbx Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Cbx. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Cbx MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Cbx to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Cbx Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Cbx fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Cbx Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Cbx owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Cbx MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cbx year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 54 | 83.3% | 10,173 | 18,130 | 23,519 |
| 1996 | 57 | 78.9% | 14,830 | 37,040 | 51,993 |
| 1995 | 60 | 90.0% | 23,489 | 36,421 | 51,546 |
| 1982 | 114 | 89.5% | 17,284 | 23,535 | 30,415 |
| 1981 | 268 | 89.2% | 16,891 | 31,195 | 38,411 |
| 1980 | 315 | 93.7% | 19,567 | 33,932 | 42,926 |
| 1979 | 183 | 86.9% | 11,822 | 27,228 | 37,625 |
| 1978 | 94 | 87.2% | 15,492 | 25,748 | 37,302 |
How Long Does a Honda Cbx Last?
Based on 305 Honda Cbx vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Cbx Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cbx 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 Cbx
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.7% MOT pass rate from 315 tests
78.9% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Cbx is 1980, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.7% across 315 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Cbx Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Cbx THIS CAR | 88.8% | 1,759 | 26,064 mi | 48 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 |
| Hartford VR125H | 69.4% | 677 | 11,581 mi | 24 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cbx outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CbxShould you buy a used Honda Cbx?
The Honda Cbx has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.8% across 1,759 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 Cbx are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (17 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (10), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (9). 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 Cbx owner drives around 281 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 Cbx models stay on UK roads for around 48 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.