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C323 HWJ

1985 Honda CBX750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

51,537 mi
Last recorded51,537 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda CBX75037,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC323 HWJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBX750
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 51,537 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 51,536 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 50,996 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 50,992 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

pillion grab handle loose

Pass 2 Mar 2020 50,458 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 50,458 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2018 49,625 miles

slight reserve travel on rear brake

Fail 18 Oct 2018 49,612 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear slight reserve travel on rear brake

Pass 25 Oct 2012 49,587 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2012 49,587 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2008 49,452 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 49,452 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 49,519 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 49,382 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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C323 HWJ is a 1985 Honda CBX750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 C323 HWJ, 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.

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What year was C323 HWJ registered?

C323 HWJ is a 1985 Honda CBX750, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C323 HWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C323 HWJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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