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D734 YDL

1986 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,317 mi
Last recorded39,317 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 1986 Honda CBX55033,785 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD734 YDL
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 39,317 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 39,268 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Jul 2016 39,262 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

rear tyre has splits in side wall

Pass 23 Aug 2014 39,243 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 39,112 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 38,788 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 38,280 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

chain link spring clip type fitted

Fail 16 Sep 2011 38,280 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

chain link spring clip type fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2006 38,072 miles

as previous advisory sheet dated 9/06/2006, test number 442730666132

Fail 9 Jun 2006 38,072 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

nearside front crash bar securing bolts loose

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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D734 YDL is a 1986 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 33,785 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 CBX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D734 YDL, 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 40 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D734 YDL registered?

D734 YDL is a 1986 Honda CBX550, first registered on 13 August 1986.

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