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NPU 178V

1980 Honda CB650

Blue Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,781 mi
Last recorded36,781 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1980 Honda CB65035,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPU 178V
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 36,781 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 36,692 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2014 36,559 miles

Front tyre slightly perishing

Pass 8 May 2013 36,387 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

exhaust silencer loose

off side front outer brake caliper showing signs of fluid leakage around piston.not leaking at time off test

rear brake travel slightly excessive

Fail 26 May 2012 35,864 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 26 May 2012 35,864 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 4 May 2011 35,855 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 35,855 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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NPU 178V is a 1980 Honda CB650 in Blue with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NPU 178V, 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.

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What year was NPU 178V registered?

NPU 178V is a 1980 Honda CB650, first registered on 14 March 1980.

Is NPU 178V safe to buy?

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