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JBX 257X

1981 Honda CB650

Black Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,832 mi
Last recorded47,832 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda CB65029,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBX 257X
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 47,832 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 32,063 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

ball ends missing from both handle bar levers

number plate cracked

rear brake lever pivots worn

How Reliable is the Honda CB650?

Based on 3,106 MOT tests across 554 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
554
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
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JBX 257X is a 1981 Honda CB650 in Black with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 29,867 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 CB650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBX 257X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB650 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JBX 257X registered?

JBX 257X is a 1981 Honda CB650, first registered on 21 December 1981.

Is JBX 257X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBX 257X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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