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J228 PTA

1992 Honda Cb 750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

918 mi
Last recorded918 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2023
Typical for 1992 Honda Cb 75023,727 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 PTA
MakeHonda
ModelCb 750
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2023 918 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2023 918 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2022 11 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 4 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 629 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 17 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 60,514 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 26 May 2016 60,428 miles

Front Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Front Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 59,565 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 18 May 2015 59,544 miles

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

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 58,748 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 57,987 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2013 57,963 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 53,823 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

test rode bike front brakes need attention possible discs

Pass 23 Mar 2011 45,371 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 45,236 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 39,336 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 36,386 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 34,896 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 34,472 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 33,742 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 750?

Based on 1,047 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
349
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
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J228 PTA is a 1992 Honda Cb 750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Honda Cb 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 23,727 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 Cb 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J228 PTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 34 years old, this Honda Cb 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J228 PTA is a 1992 Honda Cb 750, first registered on 27 May 1992.

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