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A771 GLH

1983 Honda CBX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,652 mi
Last recorded43,652 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 1983 Honda CBX55032,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA771 GLH
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 43,652 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 43,641 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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A771 GLH is a 1983 Honda CBX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 A771 GLH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A771 GLH registered?

A771 GLH is a 1983 Honda CBX550, first registered on 12 September 1983.

Is A771 GLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A771 GLH 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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