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FWA 281V

1980 Honda CB900

Black Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,467 mi
Last recorded6,467 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
Typical for 1980 Honda CB90032,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWA 281V
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 6,467 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 6,467 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 6,051 miles

front brake slightly notchy in operation.

the nearside front disc plate is damaged on the inside and when testing the brakes the front brake was screaching. stone in pad ?

the number plate has reduced border sizes but can still readable from the required distance.

throttle grip rubber has strecthed slightly onto the bar end weight stopping the throttle from returning as freely as it should.

Fail 25 Jul 2011 5,783 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

number plate borders smaller than normal but still readable from the required distance,

Pass 25 Jul 2011 5,783 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

number plate borders smaller than normal but still readable from the required distance,

Pass 24 Jul 2010 5,065 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 4,881 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 4,804 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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FWA 281V is a 1980 Honda CB900 in Black with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 32,346 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 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 FWA 281V, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FWA 281V registered?

FWA 281V is a 1980 Honda CB900, first registered on 25 February 1980.

Is FWA 281V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWA 281V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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