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VWX 462X

1981 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,350 mi
Last recorded43,350 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda CB75029,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWX 462X
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 43,350 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 43,210 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 43,210 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 43,117 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 42,955 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 38,990 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 36,352 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 33,143 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 29,193 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 26,685 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 26,568 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 26,302 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 25,887 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 25,593 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 25,392 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 25,362 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2006 24,547 miles

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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VWX 462X is a 1981 Honda CB750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,370 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VWX 462X, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VWX 462X?

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What year was VWX 462X registered?

VWX 462X is a 1981 Honda CB750, first registered on 13 September 1981.

Is VWX 462X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWX 462X shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VWX 462X have outstanding finance?

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