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B169 VNK

1985 Honda CB900

Red Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,369 mi
Last recorded33,369 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda CB90033,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB169 VNK
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 33,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 33,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 33,267 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 33,174 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 32,990 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 32,324 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 32,166 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 32,147 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 31,337 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Apr 2007 31,306 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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B169 VNK is a 1985 Honda CB900 in Red with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 33,234 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 CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B169 VNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B169 VNK registered?

B169 VNK is a 1985 Honda CB900, first registered on 18 March 1985.

Is B169 VNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B169 VNK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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