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EBH 480T

1979 Honda CB650

Black Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,879 mi
Last recorded54,879 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda CB65038,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBH 480T
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 54,879 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 54,077 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 54,077 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 53,377 miles

front tyre getting low

small split in front mud guard

Pass 26 Jun 2015 52,392 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 52,392 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 52,037 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 51,125 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 50,418 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2011 50,117 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 49,635 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 46,342 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

nearside riders footrest loose but not insecure

rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 12 Jun 2009 46,342 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

nearside riders footrest loose but not insecure

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 31 May 2008 42,950 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 39,810 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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EBH 480T is a 1979 Honda CB650 in Black with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EBH 480T, 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 EBH 480T registered?

EBH 480T is a 1979 Honda CB650, first registered on 9 May 1979.

Is EBH 480T safe to buy?

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