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FBA 908V

1979 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Honda CB75029,058 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBA 908V
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019
Pass 22 Aug 2017 52,452 miles

headlamp dipped beam slighty dim

side stand return spring missing

Fail 22 Aug 2017 52,452 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

headlamp dipped beam slighty dim

side stand return spring missing

Pass 12 Dec 2008 50,645 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front tyre perished

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 1 Dec 2008 50,521 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front tyre perished

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 48,755 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Dec 2007 48,755 miles

Nearside An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 48,659 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 48,659 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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FBA 908V is a 1979 Honda CB750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 29,058 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBA 908V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 47 years old, this Honda CB750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FBA 908V?

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What year was FBA 908V registered?

FBA 908V is a 1979 Honda CB750, first registered on 9 August 1979.

Is FBA 908V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBA 908V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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