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PBU 598W

1981 Honda CB900

Silver Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,123 mi
Last recorded54,123 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBU 598W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 54,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2015 54,120 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 54,114 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 54,102 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 54,101 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 54,100 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 54,100 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 54,044 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 53,981 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 53,843 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 53,670 miles

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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PBU 598W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Silver with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PBU 598W, 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 PBU 598W registered?

PBU 598W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is PBU 598W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBU 598W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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