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JWB 461W

1980 Honda CB650

Black Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,228 mi
Last recorded33,228 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Honda CB65035,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWB 461W
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 33,228 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 33,194 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 33,003 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 33,003 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 32,892 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 32,892 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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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JWB 461W is a 1980 Honda CB650 in Black with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 35,489 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 JWB 461W, 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 46 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 JWB 461W registered?

JWB 461W is a 1980 Honda CB650, first registered on 8 September 1980.

Is JWB 461W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWB 461W 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.

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