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BTU 759W

1981 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,044 mi
Last recorded27,044 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 759W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 27,044 miles

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

engine breather is split near rear of the carbs

front suspension is soft

front tyre is starting to crack/perish

o/s engine mount bolt is missing still secure

oil leak near hi/lo box

possible fuel leak near petrol tap, not present on test

Pass 5 Nov 2014 26,474 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 25,525 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 25,525 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 24,656 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 23,000 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 22,322 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 22,316 miles

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

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

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

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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BTU 759W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,472 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 BTU 759W, 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 45 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 BTU 759W registered?

BTU 759W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is BTU 759W safe to buy?

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