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CRJ 914T

1979 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,052 mi
Last recorded1,052 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRJ 914T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2014 1,052 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 1,052 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2012 2,680 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 1,339 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 568 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 10 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB550?

Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 501 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
501
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
Horn not working 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
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CRJ 914T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 26,110 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 CB550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CRJ 914T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB550 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Honda CB550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CRJ 914T?

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What year was CRJ 914T registered?

CRJ 914T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 10 April 1979.

Is CRJ 914T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRJ 914T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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