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XRO 685X

1981 Honda CB650

Black Petrol 626cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,411 mi
Last recorded39,411 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
Typical for 1981 Honda CB65029,867 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRO 685X
MakeHonda
ModelCB650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine626cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2011 39,411 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 37,193 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 37,184 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front position light inoperative.

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 35,287 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 34,059 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2008 34,059 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 33,552 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 33,393 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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XRO 685X is a 1981 Honda CB650 in Black with a 626cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 29,867 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 CB650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRO 685X, 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 45 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 XRO 685X registered?

XRO 685X is a 1981 Honda CB650, first registered on 22 September 1981.

Is XRO 685X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRO 685X shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRO 685X have outstanding finance?

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