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NLM 545V

1980 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,040 mi
Last recorded49,040 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda CB90032,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLM 545V
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 49,040 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2015 48,858 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre has minor partial splits in tread.

Fail 8 Jun 2015 48,858 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre has minor partial splits in tread.

Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,414 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 48,358 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 48,358 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 48,041 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 48,041 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 47,624 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 45,464 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 45,441 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 43,950 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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NLM 545V is a 1980 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 32,346 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 CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NLM 545V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NLM 545V registered?

NLM 545V is a 1980 Honda CB900, first registered on 10 June 1980.

Is NLM 545V safe to buy?

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