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B232 VLJ

1985 Honda CB650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,567 mi
Last recorded32,567 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1985 Honda CB65034,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB232 VLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 32,567 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 30,787 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 29,424 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 28,177 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Jul 2011 27,990 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2010 26,968 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 25,893 miles

front o/s caliper slightly fowling the disc

handle bars slightly misaligned

Pass 26 Jun 2008 25,188 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Jun 2008 25,140 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2007 24,213 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB650?

Based on 3,106 MOT tests across 554 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
554
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
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B232 VLJ is a 1985 Honda CB650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 34,545 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 CB650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B232 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB650 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Honda CB650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B232 VLJ registered?

B232 VLJ is a 1985 Honda CB650, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B232 VLJ safe to buy?

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