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C531 SCD

1986 Honda CB350

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

69,851 mi
Last recorded69,851 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda CB35041,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC531 SCD
MakeHonda
ModelCB350
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 69,851 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust lose at centre joint. Advise putting exhaust paste in joint. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake appears to be at, or very close to, end of adjustment.

Fail 11 Mar 2025 69,851 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust lose at centre joint. Advise putting exhaust paste in joint. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Unable to test brakes due to front brake's excessive binding.

Pass 19 Aug 2023 69,835 miles

Rear Cush drive bearing has some wear, but not to excess.

Pass 19 Aug 2022 69,834 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak at joint, underneath engine. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 69,604 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2021 69,600 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front tyre was flat at time of test.

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 69,412 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 69,258 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 69,170 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 69,000 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 1 Oct 2014 69,000 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 May 2012 68,727 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 68,727 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 68,522 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 68,093 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 68,093 miles

Offside Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 67,599 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 67,599 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 66,915 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 65,914 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rusting starter on reat frame joints

Pass 15 Jun 2006 64,239 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 64,227 miles

Centre Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

How Reliable is the Honda CB350?

Based on 3,411 MOT tests across 642 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
642
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 28
Drive chain excessively loose 25
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C531 SCD is a 1986 Honda CB350 in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1986 Honda CB350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 41,349 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 CB350 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C531 SCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 40 years old, this Honda CB350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C531 SCD registered?

C531 SCD is a 1986 Honda CB350, first registered on 16 June 1986.

Is C531 SCD safe to buy?

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