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XVV 97W

1981 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,668 mi
Last recorded58,668 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 1981 Honda CB75029,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVV 97W
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 58,668 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 58,608 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 58,552 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 58,486 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 58,046 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in sidecar wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 58,046 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in sidecar wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 91,911 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Wheel bearing of sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 84,994 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 84,861 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 84,585 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 7 May 2014 82,880 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 8 May 2013 81,554 miles

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

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

Fail 8 May 2013 81,554 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 81,149 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 80,788 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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XVV 97W is a 1981 Honda CB750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XVV 97W, 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

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What year was XVV 97W registered?

XVV 97W is a 1981 Honda CB750, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is XVV 97W safe to buy?

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