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OPB 104W

1981 Honda CB900

Silver Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,901 mi
Last recorded50,901 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 104W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 50,901 miles

single seat no rear foot rests

Fail 1 Apr 2023 50,901 miles

single seat no rear foot rests

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 39,380 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 39,778 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 38,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Oct 2015 38,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2009 271 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 May 2009 271 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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OPB 104W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Silver with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,472 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 OPB 104W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OPB 104W registered?

OPB 104W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPB 104W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPB 104W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPB 104W have outstanding finance?

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