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FVT 21Y

1983 Honda CB650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,521 mi
Last recorded20,521 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2010
Typical for 1983 Honda CB65032,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVT 21Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2010 20,521 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 18,835 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 17,842 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 16,087 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 16,087 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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FVT 21Y is a 1983 Honda CB650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 32,199 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 FVT 21Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda CB650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FVT 21Y?

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What year was FVT 21Y registered?

FVT 21Y is a 1983 Honda CB650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FVT 21Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVT 21Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FVT 21Y have outstanding finance?

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