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AJM 453T

1979 Honda CB550

Red Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,620 mi
Last recorded12,620 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJM 453T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 12,620 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil NEARSIDE FORK SEAL LEAKING SLIGHTLY (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 12,489 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 12,340 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 12,241 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 11,493 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 11,493 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 11,475 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 10,992 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 10,302 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB550?

Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 501 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
501
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
Horn not working 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
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AJM 453T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 26,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJM 453T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB550 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Honda CB550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJM 453T registered?

AJM 453T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 23 April 1979.

Is AJM 453T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJM 453T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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