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G685 NVF

1998 Honda CB1

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,112 mi
Last recorded42,112 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Honda CB141,655 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG685 NVF
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2006 42,112 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 9 Sep 2006 42,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 40,433 miles

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

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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G685 NVF is a 1998 Honda CB1 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 41,655 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 G685 NVF, 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 28 years old, this Honda CB1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of G685 NVF?

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What year was G685 NVF registered?

G685 NVF is a 1998 Honda CB1, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is G685 NVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G685 NVF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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