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BVF 378Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,495 mi
Last recorded43,495 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVF 378Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 43,495 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2013 43,495 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 43,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 Aug 2011 43,298 miles

Front and rear disc pads not visible without removal of guards.

Front engine bolt loose.

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

No speedo illumination.

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Upper headstock bearing exposed.

Pass 26 Aug 2011 43,298 miles

Front and rear disc pads not visible without removal of guards.

Front engine bolt loose.

No speedo illumination.

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Upper headstock bearing exposed.

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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BVF 378Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BVF 378Y, 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 BVF 378Y registered?

BVF 378Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is BVF 378Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVF 378Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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