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C290 DRO

1986 Honda CBX750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,557 mi
Last recorded18,557 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 1986 Honda CBX75039,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC290 DRO
MakeHonda
ModelCBX750
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 18,557 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 17,298 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 15,881 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2022 15,879 miles

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 14,965 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 14,965 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2020 14,184 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 13,233 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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C290 DRO is a 1986 Honda CBX750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Honda CBX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 39,724 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 CBX750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C290 DRO, 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 40 years old, this Honda CBX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C290 DRO?

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What year was C290 DRO registered?

C290 DRO is a 1986 Honda CBX750, first registered on 12 May 1986.

Is C290 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C290 DRO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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