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MCW 42J

1990 Honda Cb

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,432 mi
Last recorded37,432 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 42J
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2025 37,432 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 37,238 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 37,233 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 37,110 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 36,919 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 36,705 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 36,578 miles

low battery power

Pass 27 Jun 2018 36,445 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 36,089 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 35,881 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 35,422 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 35,206 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 35,042 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 34,699 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 34,528 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 34,339 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 33,890 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 33,700 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 33,365 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 33,067 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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MCW 42J is a 1990 Honda Cb in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Honda Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCW 42J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 36 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of MCW 42J?

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What year was MCW 42J registered?

MCW 42J is a 1990 Honda Cb, first registered on 23 August 1990.

Is MCW 42J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCW 42J shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MCW 42J have outstanding finance?

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