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SUT 878X

1981 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,678 mi
Last recorded47,678 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUT 878X
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2013 47,678 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 47,528 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 46,680 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 45,978 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 45,479 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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SUT 878X is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SUT 878X, 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

How do I check the history of SUT 878X?

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What year was SUT 878X registered?

SUT 878X is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is SUT 878X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUT 878X shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SUT 878X have outstanding finance?

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