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UUY 254Y

1983 Honda CB650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,337 mi
Last recorded39,337 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1983 Honda CB65032,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUY 254Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 39,337 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 39,334 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened swing arm on underside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 38,979 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 38,646 miles

Front & rear tyre sidewall cracking.

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 38,352 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear tyre sidewall cracking.

Pass 15 Mar 2021 37,840 miles

Slight cracking on sidewall rear tyre.

Pass 16 Mar 2020 37,371 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Rear tyre has slight signs of cracking to sidewalls but no cords showing at time of test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 36,998 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Rear showing signs of slight cracking to side walls no cords showing at time of test

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 36,304 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play free play in top shock mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 35,822 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

headlight slightly loose but secure at time of test

Pass 2 Mar 2016 35,442 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play top shock bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play top shock bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2015 34,329 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 32,820 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 13 Mar 2014 32,820 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2013 31,666 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

rear shock absorber top pivots slightly worn (both shocks)

slight oil leak around sump bolt

Pass 22 Mar 2012 31,419 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 31,412 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

clutch fluid reservoir low

slight clunk heard on front suspension when fully depressed but no play found

Evidence of leaks on rear of driveshaft system

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Vehicle emits slight blue smoke from exhaust

Pass 14 Feb 2011 30,987 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

sidestand pivot slightly worn/bolt slightly loose

Pass 11 Mar 2010 29,369 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 28,833 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 27,034 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 27,005 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 26,139 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB650?

Based on 3,106 MOT tests across 554 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
554
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
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UUY 254Y is a 1983 Honda CB650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 32,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UUY 254Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB650 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CB650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UUY 254Y registered?

UUY 254Y is a 1983 Honda CB650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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