Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1982 Honda Cd200tb?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1982 Honda Cd200tb?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1982 Honda Cd200tb?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1982 Honda Cd200tb reliable?

Based on MOT data from 118 vehicles, the 1982 Honda Cd200tb has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1982 Honda Cd200tb?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1982 Honda Cd200tb are: Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (35.7% of vehicles), Chain guard missing (28.6% of vehicles), Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (21.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1982 Honda Cd200tb?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Cd200tb (1982)

118 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.1% first-time pass rate

1982 Honda Cd200tb

CarHunch analysed 118 real MOT records for the 1982 Honda Cd200tb. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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We have limited data for the 1982 Honda Cd200tb — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

77.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.26

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

30k

Middle half: 24k–42k

For context

These stats describe 118 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 118 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Lighting 35.7%

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. · Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. · Exhaust slightly deteriorated · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 28.6%

Chain guard missing · Oil leak · Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose

Tyre wear 14.3%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 14.3%

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. · Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 14.3%

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls · Steering movement slightly 'notchy'

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1982.

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Based on MOT data from 118 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 1982 Honda Cd200tb vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

29,702

typical

24,294

low mileage

42,159

high mileage

Half of all 1982 Honda Cd200tb vehicles fall between 24,294 and 42,159 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 24,294 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 24,294–42,159 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1982 Honda Cd200tbs sit.

⚠ Over 56,914 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.26

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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