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P838 SYE

1997 Honda CB750

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,490 mi
Last recorded21,490 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda CB75025,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP838 SYE
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2008 21,490 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 21,490 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

This bike is recorded by DVLA as being seriously damaged.

Pass 31 Aug 2007 18,410 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 17,857 miles

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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P838 SYE is a 1997 Honda CB750 in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 25,410 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 P838 SYE, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P838 SYE?

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What year was P838 SYE registered?

P838 SYE is a 1997 Honda CB750, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P838 SYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P838 SYE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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