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B431 SEC

1985 Honda CBX750

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,601 mi
Last recorded61,601 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda CBX75037,796 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB431 SEC
MakeHonda
ModelCBX750
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 61,601 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 61,087 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 59,733 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 56,459 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 54,474 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 52,376 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 49,990 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 46,375 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering slightly notchy.

Pass 5 Aug 2017 46,342 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 46,106 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 45,734 miles

SIDE STAND NUT REQUIRES ATTENTION.

Pass 14 Apr 2011 44,595 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 44,558 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

rear tyre 'nailed'

Pass 3 May 2008 40,658 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 40,658 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 39,053 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 38,913 miles

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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B431 SEC is a 1985 Honda CBX750 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1985 Honda CBX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 37,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B431 SEC, 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 41 years old, this Honda CBX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B431 SEC registered?

B431 SEC is a 1985 Honda CBX750, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B431 SEC safe to buy?

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