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JBW 823Y

1983 Honda CX650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,805 mi
Last recorded6,805 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda CX65035,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 823Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX650
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 6,805 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 6,177 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2023 6,177 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 5,899 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 5,858 miles

headlamp mask fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Honda CX650?

Based on 2,042 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
351
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 40
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
suspension bush has excessive free play 10
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JBW 823Y is a 1983 Honda CX650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda CX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 35,700 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 CX650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBW 823Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JBW 823Y?

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What year was JBW 823Y registered?

JBW 823Y is a 1983 Honda CX650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JBW 823Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 823Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JBW 823Y have outstanding finance?

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