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HGY 285V

1980 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,389 mi
Last recorded16,389 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
Typical for 1980 Honda CB90032,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGY 285V
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2011 16,389 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 16,387 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2010 16,127 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 15,011 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 29,732 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 29,732 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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HGY 285V is a 1980 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HGY 285V, 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 HGY 285V registered?

HGY 285V is a 1980 Honda CB900, first registered on 12 May 1980.

Is HGY 285V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGY 285V shows 6 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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