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E696 WUB

1988 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,116 mi
Last recorded2,116 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE696 WUB
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 2,116 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 2,116 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 2,092 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 May 2017 2,057 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 2,006 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 1,988 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 1,986 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 1,931 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 1,931 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Nearside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Nearside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Offside Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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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E696 WUB is a 1988 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E696 WUB, 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 38 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E696 WUB registered?

E696 WUB is a 1988 Honda CBX550, first registered on 24 May 1988.

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The MOT history for E696 WUB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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