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K557 TKN

1993 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,594 mi
Last recorded77,594 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda CB75028,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK557 TKN
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 77,594 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 77,421 miles

Drive chain slightly loose and very dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front frame cross tube corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 76,652 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 75,828 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front frame cross bar tube above front engine mount area badly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded oil cooler pipes very corroded ()

Pass 3 Sep 2021 74,573 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 73,297 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 71,820 miles

Centrestand offside mount worn oval.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly out. Swingarm adjusters appear correctly positioned.

Pass 29 Aug 2018 69,179 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 66,446 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 62,680 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 62,680 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 60,378 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 55,937 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 55,937 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 Sep 2013 59,499 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 58,404 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2011 56,839 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 56,839 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 54,640 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 52,295 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 52,295 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2008 50,573 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brakes binding slightly

Pass 29 Aug 2007 48,651 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 6 Aug 2007 48,507 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2006 47,555 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 47,555 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2005 43,174 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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K557 TKN is a 1993 Honda CB750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 28,999 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K557 TKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 33 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K557 TKN registered?

K557 TKN is a 1993 Honda CB750, first registered on 26 March 1993.

Is K557 TKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K557 TKN shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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