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BKP 452Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,361 mi
Last recorded20,361 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKP 452Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 20,361 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 19,379 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 19,379 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 18,411 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 16,873 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 15,914 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 15,498 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 15,377 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 14,770 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 14,223 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 14,210 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 13,960 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 13,918 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2008 13,884 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2006 13,781 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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BKP 452Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 34,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BKP 452Y, 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 44 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 BKP 452Y registered?

BKP 452Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 16 August 1982.

Is BKP 452Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKP 452Y shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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