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G129 FTW

1996 Honda CB1

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,591 mi
Last recorded29,591 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2011
Typical for 1996 Honda CB140,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG129 FTW
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2011 29,591 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 26,659 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 26,360 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2005 26,360 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Honda CB1?

Based on 2,419 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
779
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
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G129 FTW is a 1996 Honda CB1 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 40,772 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 CB1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G129 FTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G129 FTW registered?

G129 FTW is a 1996 Honda CB1, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is G129 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G129 FTW shows 4 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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