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J439 GGT

1999 Honda CB1

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

42,902 mi
Last recorded42,902 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CB134,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ439 GGT
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 42,902 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 41,653 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 40,482 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 40,315 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 40,018 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 39,786 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2017 39,445 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Fail 1 Mar 2017 39,449 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front brake binding slightly

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. Chain requires adjustment to correct (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 37,665 miles

Drive chain dry (have lubricated)

Dry clutch cable

Front brake pads noisey

Pass 22 Dec 2014 35,500 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Dec 2014 35,500 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 33,754 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 31,145 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 31,145 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 29,566 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 29,556 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 25,721 miles

surface corrosion to frame adjacent to swing arm pivot and to swing arm itself

Fail 30 Jun 2010 25,690 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

surface corrosion to frame adjacent to swing arm pivot and to swing arm itself

Pass 17 Aug 2006 25,503 miles

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

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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J439 GGT is a 1999 Honda CB1 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 34,174 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 J439 GGT, 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 27 years old, this Honda CB1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J439 GGT registered?

J439 GGT is a 1999 Honda CB1, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is J439 GGT safe to buy?

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