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UDH 249W

1981 Honda CBX1000

Red Petrol 1047cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

2,608 mi
Last recorded2,608 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CBX100026,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDH 249W
MakeHonda
ModelCBX1000
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,047cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 2,608 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 2,608 miles

Brake light not working from control one (Front), no wiring visible/not connected.

Fail 5 Apr 2019 2,608 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested No Patten visible at all (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Brake light not working from control one (Front), no wiring visible/not connected.

Pass 17 Apr 2018 2,608 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 2,608 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 2,452 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 2,452 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 1,629 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 421 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jan 2012
Pass 6 Jul 2009

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2008
Pass 15 Jun 2007

How Reliable is the Honda CBX1000?

Based on 4,828 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
310
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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UDH 249W is a 1981 Honda CBX1000 in Red with a 1,047cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1981 Honda CBX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 26,347 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 CBX1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UDH 249W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CBX1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UDH 249W registered?

UDH 249W is a 1981 Honda CBX1000, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is UDH 249W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDH 249W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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