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A230 RYB

1984 Honda CBX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,654 mi
Last recorded20,654 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda CBX55028,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA230 RYB
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 20,654 miles

left hand headlamp fitted and headlamp mask fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Sep 2022 20,401 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 20,243 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 20,039 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2018 19,862 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp mask fitted

Fail 10 Jul 2018 19,862 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Kick up to the offside (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2017 19,653 miles

Headlamp mask fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2017 19,653 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2016 19,336 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 18,412 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2014 18,412 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2013 17,484 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2012 16,750 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 16,354 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 16,354 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 16,294 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2009 15,969 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 15,599 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 15,232 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2008 15,232 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2007 14,773 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 14,330 miles

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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A230 RYB is a 1984 Honda CBX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 A230 RYB, 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 A230 RYB registered?

A230 RYB is a 1984 Honda CBX550, first registered on 1 March 1984.

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The MOT history for A230 RYB shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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