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PFP 131W

1981 Honda CB650

Black Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,705 mi
Last recorded26,705 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB65029,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFP 131W
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2021 26,705 miles

Front Tyre perished and cracked

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 26,705 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2020 26,570 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2014 26,521 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 26,230 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 25,088 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 25,077 miles

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

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 24,088 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2011 24,088 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 24,042 miles

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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PFP 131W is a 1981 Honda CB650 in Black with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 29,867 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 PFP 131W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PFP 131W registered?

PFP 131W is a 1981 Honda CB650, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is PFP 131W safe to buy?

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