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BLR 122Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,615 mi
Last recorded24,615 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLR 122Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 24,615 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 22,778 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 22,582 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 21,731 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 21,261 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 20,801 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 20,801 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 20,723 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 20,723 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 20,554 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 20,385 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 20,258 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 20,077 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 19,737 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 19,737 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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BLR 122Y 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 80%.

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 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 BLR 122Y, 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

How do I check the history of BLR 122Y?

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What year was BLR 122Y registered?

BLR 122Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is BLR 122Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLR 122Y shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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