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A45 PCR

1983 Honda CBX550

Silver Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

336 mi
Last recorded336 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda CBX55032,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA45 PCR
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 336 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 256 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 24 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 23 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 18 May 2007 31,398 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

brake pad thickness unchecked, inboard discs

Pass 18 May 2007 31,398 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

brake pad thickness unchecked, inboard discs

Pass 25 May 2006 30,909 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 30,906 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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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A45 PCR is a 1983 Honda CBX550 in Silver with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 32,203 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 A45 PCR, 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 43 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A45 PCR registered?

A45 PCR is a 1983 Honda CBX550, first registered on 29 October 1983.

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