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HPW 950V

1979 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

22,383 mi
Last recorded22,383 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda CB90028,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPW 950V
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 22,383 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 22,321 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 22,312 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 22,291 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 22,283 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 22,243 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 22,227 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 22,202 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 21,329 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 21,300 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 Jul 2010 20,083 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 20,083 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 18,416 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 18,388 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 16,516 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 14,495 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 12,662 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 25 Jul 2005 11,329 miles

Rear Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

front tyre small splits

Pass 25 Jul 2005 11,329 miles

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

front tyre small splits

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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HPW 950V is a 1979 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,219 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 HPW 950V, 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 47 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 HPW 950V registered?

HPW 950V is a 1979 Honda CB900, first registered on 11 August 1979.

Is HPW 950V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPW 950V shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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