CarVerify

Free Car Check

BTY 947V

1980 Honda CBX1000

Red Petrol 1047cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,597 mi
Last recorded31,597 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1980 Honda CBX100027,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTY 947V
MakeHonda
ModelCBX1000
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,047cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 31,597 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 30,526 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 30,493 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda CBX1000?

Based on 4,828 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
310
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 14
Full Honda CBX1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BTY 947V is a 1980 Honda CBX1000 in Red with a 1,047cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Honda CBX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 27,684 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 CBX1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTY 947V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CBX1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTY 947V?

You can check the full history of BTY 947V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BTY 947V registered?

BTY 947V is a 1980 Honda CBX1000, first registered on 27 March 1980.

Is BTY 947V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTY 947V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTY 947V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BTY 947V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.