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WGO 280W

1981 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

56,762 mi
Last recorded56,762 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2012
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGO 280W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2012 56,762 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 55,985 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2011 55,961 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 54,980 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 53,377 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 50,156 miles

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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WGO 280W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WGO 280W, 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.

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What year was WGO 280W registered?

WGO 280W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 14 February 1981.

Is WGO 280W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGO 280W 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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