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DPG 640T

1979 Honda CB550

Brown Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,002 mi
Last recorded31,002 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPG 640T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2019 31,002 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 30,466 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Apr 2016
Pass 27 May 2006 25,716 miles

air box rubbers perished

cant see front brake fluid level

front brake binding slightly

front brake lamp intermitant

plastic front disc gaurd rubbing disc

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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DPG 640T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Brown with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DPG 640T, 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 DPG 640T?

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What year was DPG 640T registered?

DPG 640T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 2 July 1979.

Is DPG 640T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPG 640T shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DPG 640T have outstanding finance?

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