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BWS 557S

1977 Honda CB750

Purple Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,214 mi
Last recorded30,214 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 1977 Honda CB75029,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWS 557S
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1977
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 30,214 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. forks ,slight pitting (2.3.1)

Fail 23 Feb 2016 30,214 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. forks ,slight pitting (2.3.1)

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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BWS 557S is a 1977 Honda CB750 in Purple with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 29,552 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BWS 557S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 49 years old, this Honda CB750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BWS 557S?

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What year was BWS 557S registered?

BWS 557S is a 1977 Honda CB750, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is BWS 557S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWS 557S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BWS 557S have outstanding finance?

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