Honda Cb750
MotorcycleFrom 938 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 13 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.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 13 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 9 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 7 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 4 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 4 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 4 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15% of Cb750 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £53.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 90.5% | exhaust system leaking or insecure, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cb750s tested had between 17,944 and 39,517 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,968 median miles, the Cb750 has 0.049 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 Cb750 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cb750 has a 86.4% MOT pass rate based on 938 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cb750?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cb750 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cb750 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cb750 is 27,968 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,944 and 39,517 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.