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COY 470Y

1983 Honda CBX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,089 mi
Last recorded19,089 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1983 Honda CBX55032,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOY 470Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 19,089 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 18,821 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 18,361 miles

front fairing misalligned

o/s mirror insecure

Pass 25 Jun 2012 18,152 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear tyre has a cut in the tread

Fail 25 Jun 2012 18,152 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear tyre has a cut in the tread

Pass 1 Jun 2011 17,987 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 17,928 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 17,789 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 17,779 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 17,649 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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COY 470Y is a 1983 Honda CBX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 32,203 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 COY 470Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was COY 470Y registered?

COY 470Y is a 1983 Honda CBX550, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is COY 470Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for COY 470Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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