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CUK 678V

1979 Honda CB550F

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

43,562 mi
Last recorded43,562 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda CB550F41,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUK 678V
MakeHonda
ModelCB550F
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 43,562 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 43,562 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 14 May 2015 43,544 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 May 2015 43,544 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 24 Mar 2012 41,643 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Oil leak

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Small number plate fitted can be seen from 15 metres distance!

Pass 24 Mar 2012 41,643 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Small number plate fitted can be seen from 15 metres distance!

Pass 8 Jul 2009 41,367 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear number plate smaller than standard size can be seen from 15 metres distance!

Fail 8 Jul 2009 41,367 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

rear number plate smaller than standard size can be seen from 15 metres distance!

Fail 10 Jun 2009 41,358 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.6) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear number plate smaller than standard size can be seen from 15 metres distance!

Pass 6 Jun 2007 41,296 miles

brakes noisey

Pass 7 Jun 2006 40,234 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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CUK 678V is a 1979 Honda CB550F in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 CUK 678V, 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.

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What year was CUK 678V registered?

CUK 678V is a 1979 Honda CB550F, first registered on 1 August 1979.

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