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TUA 542W

1981 Honda CB900

Red Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,212 mi
Last recorded34,212 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUA 542W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2011 34,212 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 34,114 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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TUA 542W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Red with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 TUA 542W, 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 TUA 542W?

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What year was TUA 542W registered?

TUA 542W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is TUA 542W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUA 542W shows 2 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 TUA 542W have outstanding finance?

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