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DEX 895T

1979 Honda CB550

Red Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,180 mi
Last recorded52,180 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEX 895T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 52,180 miles

handlebar kill switch inoperative

Fail 15 Mar 2019 52,180 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

handlebar kill switch inoperative

Pass 14 Apr 2018 52,077 miles

Front Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 51,851 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 51,162 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 50,251 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 49,135 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 49,029 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 48,791 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 48,522 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 47,904 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 47,291 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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DEX 895T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DEX 895T, 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 DEX 895T?

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What year was DEX 895T registered?

DEX 895T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 10 April 1979.

Is DEX 895T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEX 895T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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