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DWR 492W

1981 Honda CB900

Black Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

68,081 mi
Last recorded68,081 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWR 492W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 68,081 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 67,813 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 67,813 miles

Brake performance not tested front brake has no pressure (3.3)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 67,807 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 67,658 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 57,119 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 66,646 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 65,735 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 64,975 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 64,048 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 62,902 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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DWR 492W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Black with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DWR 492W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DWR 492W registered?

DWR 492W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is DWR 492W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWR 492W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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