Honda Cb 650 Ra-M
MotorcycleFrom 732 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and handlebar grip insecure to handlebar. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, caused 6 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 6 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 2 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 2 |
| a wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up or directional control impaired | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 1 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 94.2% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cb 650 Ra-Ms tested had between 3,424 and 8,680 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 5,383 median miles, the Cb 650 Ra-M has 0.11 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cb 650 Ra-M MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cb 650 Ra-M has a 94.1% MOT pass rate based on 732 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cb 650 Ra-M?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cb 650 Ra-M is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cb 650 Ra-M at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cb 650 Ra-M is 5,383 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,424 and 8,680 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.