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DCF 968V

1979 Honda CB650

Red Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

325 mi
Last recorded325 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda CB65038,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCF 968V
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 325 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 325 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 May 2017 51,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion l/h (2.3.3)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion r/h (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 50,089 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting both rear ones plus slightly pitted (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 50,080 miles

Offside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has a light misting both rear ones plus slightly pitted (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 47,272 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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DCF 968V is a 1979 Honda CB650 in Red with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DCF 968V, 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 DCF 968V registered?

DCF 968V is a 1979 Honda CB650, first registered on 12 October 1979.

Is DCF 968V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCF 968V shows 6 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.

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