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B580 MLW

1984 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,778 mi
Last recorded27,778 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2014
Typical for 1984 Honda CBX55028,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB580 MLW
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2014 27,778 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 26,932 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 26,932 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front fork stansions marked/front brake pipes tight on main stand

Pass 23 Apr 2011 26,627 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,006 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 22,236 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 22,233 miles

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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B580 MLW is a 1984 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B580 MLW, 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 B580 MLW registered?

B580 MLW is a 1984 Honda CBX550, first registered on 2 November 1984.

Is B580 MLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B580 MLW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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