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Honda Cb750fb (1983)

142 real MOT outcomes analysed

1983 Honda Cb750fb

CarHunch has 142 1983 Honda Cb750fb vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

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The 1983 Honda Cb750fb doesn't appear in DVLA light-vehicle MOT records — it may be exempt, registered as a different vehicle class, or an import not subject to UK MOT testing. We don't have reliability stats for this specific model, but you can browse other Honda vehicles below.

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Got a specific Honda Cb750fb you're checking out?

The real detail is in the individual vehicle report — MOT history, AI Hunches, mileage timeline, and defect patterns for that specific reg.

UK

The 1983 Honda CB750FB is a classic motorcycle, not a light vehicle, and falls outside the DVLA's standard MOT database—these machines are tested under the DVSA's separate heavy vehicle regime, so traditional pass-rate comparisons don't apply here. What matters instead is that this iconic air-cooled four-cylinder remains mechanically straightforward by design, with modest average mileage (34,667 miles across the cohort) suggesting most surviving examples are cherished rather than hard-ridden. If you're considering one, prioritise a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist in classic Honda motorcycles: check the charging system, carburettor condition, and frame integrity, as these are the common weak points on 40-year-old machines regardless of recorded miles. Original documentation and service history are worth far more on a bike of this age than any MOT certificate.

MOT statistics not available

We have 142 1983 Honda Cb750fb vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

There are a few reasons this can happen:

  • Heavy commercial vehicle — trucks, buses and coaches over 3.5 tonnes are tested under the DVSA annual HGV/PSV regime, which uses a separate database not included in our data source
  • Imported vehicles — vehicles registered abroad and recently brought to the UK may have no UK MOT history yet
  • MOT-exempt — vehicles manufactured before 1986 qualify under the 40-year rolling exemption; some specialist and agricultural vehicles are also exempt
  • Never used on public roads — some vehicles are registered but kept off-road and have never required an MOT
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What tends to go wrong

Across 142 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 50%
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · …
Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.
Tyre wear 25%
Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Tube type tyre has been fitted tubeless · Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Tube type tyre has been fitted tubeless
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Brake wear 25%
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake · Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel · Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.
Lighting 25%
Drive chain slightly tight · Front Headlamp aim too high · Headlamp aim too high
Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.
Other issues 25%
Nearside Front Lower Gear linkage adjuster loose · Nearside Front Upper Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose Engine mount bolt · Rear Fuel system component leaking

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1983.

Before you buy a 1983 Honda Cb750fb

Based on MOT data from 142 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
    Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
  • 🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection ClickMechanic
  • 📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch
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