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S242 TNE

1998 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,285 mi
Last recorded47,285 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda CB75024,959 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS242 TNE
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 47,285 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 47,188 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 13 Apr 2022 47,125 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 46,989 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 44,775 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 43,634 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 41,622 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 40,194 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 36,088 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 33,484 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 33,279 miles

rear exhaust mounting damaged

repair to exhaust pipe

Pass 13 Jul 2012 33,074 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 32,981 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 30,355 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 30,354 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 30,068 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 29,411 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 28,969 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 28,969 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 28,388 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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S242 TNE is a 1998 Honda CB750 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 24,959 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S242 TNE, 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 28 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 S242 TNE registered?

S242 TNE is a 1998 Honda CB750, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is S242 TNE safe to buy?

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