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J135 WRX

1991 Honda CB1

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

52,778 mi
Last recorded52,778 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1991 Honda CB131,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ135 WRX
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 52,778 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 52,726 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 52,609 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 52,449 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 50,433 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 42,825 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 42,801 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2017 29,942 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 38,697 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 38,697 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 38,535 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

left hand front foot rest bent

Pass 8 May 2009 32,846 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 28,931 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 28,931 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2007 22,108 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 14,559 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 14,559 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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J135 WRX is a 1991 Honda CB1 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1991 Honda CB1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 31,256 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 J135 WRX, 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 35 years old, this Honda CB1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J135 WRX registered?

J135 WRX is a 1991 Honda CB1, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J135 WRX safe to buy?

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