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UKX 839W

1981 Honda CB900

Red Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,391 mi
Last recorded41,391 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKX 839W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 41,391 miles
Fail 24 May 2024 41,384 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2023 40,686 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 39,851 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 37,892 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 36,208 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 27 Jan 2011 36,208 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 36,194 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre low

Fail 1 Jul 2008 36,193 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre low

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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UKX 839W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Red with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UKX 839W, 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

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What year was UKX 839W registered?

UKX 839W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is UKX 839W safe to buy?

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