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HEX 250Y

1983 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

17,819 mi
Last recorded17,819 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1983 Honda CB75032,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEX 250Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 17,819 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 17,819 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 17,807 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 17,727 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Jun 2017 17,723 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Fuel system component leaking Carburetor (7.2.1a)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jul 2016 17,464 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 17,464 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 17,300 miles

dent in front wheel †wheel's out of alignment †choke cable catches on petrol tank †bike leaks petrol when stationary

Fail 8 Jul 2006 17,242 miles

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

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

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

Front wheel dented †Bike leakes petrol when stationary

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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HEX 250Y is a 1983 Honda CB750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 32,687 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HEX 250Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HEX 250Y registered?

HEX 250Y is a 1983 Honda CB750, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HEX 250Y safe to buy?

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