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CJA 617T

1979 Honda CB650

Black Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,441 mi
Last recorded40,441 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 1979 Honda CB65038,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJA 617T
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 40,441 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 39,414 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 39,071 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 38,843 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 38,199 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 38,199 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride CHAIN LINK FITTED BACKWARDS, CHANGED DURING TEST (6.2.1h)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 36,746 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2015 35,954 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 May 2014 34,455 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 33,265 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 32,441 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 32,083 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 31,881 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 31,881 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB650?

Based on 3,106 MOT tests across 554 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
554
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
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CJA 617T is a 1979 Honda CB650 in Black with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 38,051 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CJA 617T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB650 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Honda CB650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CJA 617T registered?

CJA 617T is a 1979 Honda CB650, first registered on 16 March 1979.

Is CJA 617T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJA 617T shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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