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OYV 279Y

1982 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

4,571 mi
Last recorded4,571 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 1982 Honda CB75032,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYV 279Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 4,571 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 4,571 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 4,307 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 4,307 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 May 2018 3,865 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 3,865 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 24 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front tyre has cracks in tread.

Rear tyre has cracks in tread.

Fail 28 Mar 2017 24 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front tyre has cracks in tread.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear tyre has cracks in tread.

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 5 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 5 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 68,631 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 68,538 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

n/s seat plate missing /seat fastend on o/s

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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OYV 279Y is a 1982 Honda CB750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,133 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 OYV 279Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OYV 279Y registered?

OYV 279Y is a 1982 Honda CB750, first registered on 24 November 1982.

Is OYV 279Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYV 279Y shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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