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A274 REO

1984 Honda CBX750

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,191 mi
Last recorded52,191 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1984 Honda CBX75034,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA274 REO
MakeHonda
ModelCBX750
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 52,191 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 52,119 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2016 52,003 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 51,829 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 51,827 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

foot rest rubbers weak

Pass 24 Jul 2013 51,667 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2012 46,636 miles

Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 46,628 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 46,614 miles

Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Honda CBX750?

Based on 3,696 MOT tests across 646 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
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A274 REO is a 1984 Honda CBX750 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1984 Honda CBX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 34,918 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CBX750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A274 REO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX750 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Honda CBX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A274 REO registered?

A274 REO is a 1984 Honda CBX750, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A274 REO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A274 REO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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