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J933 CKS

1989 Honda Unknown

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,792 mi
Last recorded13,792 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda Unknown14,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ933 CKS
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 13,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 8,787 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 8,787 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 2,459 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 2,421 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 2,421 miles

Brake disc contaminated both front discs contaminated with fork oil (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated both sides pads contaiminated with fork oil (1.1.13 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork leg seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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J933 CKS is a 1989 Honda Unknown in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 14,828 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J933 CKS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 37 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J933 CKS registered?

J933 CKS is a 1989 Honda Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is J933 CKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J933 CKS 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.

Does J933 CKS have outstanding finance?

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