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A140 TBK

1984 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,193 mi
Last recorded61,193 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2006
Typical for 1984 Honda CBX55028,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA140 TBK
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2006 61,193 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 61,155 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Honda CBX550?

Based on 2,693 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Throttle operating incorrectly 19
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A140 TBK is a 1984 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 28,989 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CBX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A140 TBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A140 TBK registered?

A140 TBK is a 1984 Honda CBX550, first registered on 21 June 1984.

Is A140 TBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A140 TBK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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