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CGX 890T

1979 Honda CB550F

Red Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,920 mi
Last recorded23,920 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1979 Honda CB550F41,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGX 890T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550F
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 23,920 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 23,323 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 23,323 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 23,315 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 23,294 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB550F?

Based on 689 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
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CGX 890T is a 1979 Honda CB550F in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB550F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 41,102 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 CB550F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CGX 890T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB550F typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Honda CB550F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CGX 890T?

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What year was CGX 890T registered?

CGX 890T is a 1979 Honda CB550F, first registered on 11 April 1979.

Is CGX 890T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGX 890T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CGX 890T have outstanding finance?

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