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GOR 898X

1981 Honda CB650

Blue Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,279 mi
Last recorded64,279 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda CB65029,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOR 898X
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 64,279 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars controls hit tank (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. rear to the left (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 64,189 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 64,002 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 63,583 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 63,577 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 63,108 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 63,104 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 62,624 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 62,620 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 62,290 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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GOR 898X is a 1981 Honda CB650 in Blue with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 29,867 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 GOR 898X, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GOR 898X registered?

GOR 898X is a 1981 Honda CB650, first registered on 4 November 1981.

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