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VMA 187W

1980 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,949 mi
Last recorded43,949 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2012
Typical for 1980 Honda CB75028,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMA 187W
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2012 43,949 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 40,465 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2008 38,625 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 37,906 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 37,090 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 37,068 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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VMA 187W is a 1980 Honda CB750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 28,909 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VMA 187W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CB750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VMA 187W registered?

VMA 187W is a 1980 Honda CB750, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is VMA 187W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMA 187W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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