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L61 HEN

1997 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

50,292 mi
Last recorded50,292 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda CB75025,410 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL61 HEN
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 50,292 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 Jan 2018 50,292 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2016 46,241 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 46,241 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking Bolt missing from centre stand (6.1.1c)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 41,620 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 36,567 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 31,481 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 31,350 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 31,350 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 29,856 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 29,836 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 29,505 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 29,061 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 26,976 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 26,976 miles

Centre Front Upper Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 24,177 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 24,177 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Front Lower Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Centre Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2005 19,891 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 19,891 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(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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L61 HEN is a 1997 Honda CB750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 25,410 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 L61 HEN, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L61 HEN?

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What year was L61 HEN registered?

L61 HEN is a 1997 Honda CB750, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is L61 HEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L61 HEN shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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