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EAA 819S

1977 Honda CB550

Red Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,917 mi
Last recorded25,917 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 Honda CB55026,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAA 819S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 25,917 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 25,913 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 25,910 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 25,732 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 25,405 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 24,832 miles

possible leak on fuel tank

Pass 20 Jul 2009 24,570 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 23,397 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 23,397 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

clutch lever very stiff on operation

headlight and taillight and indicators not able to work due to defective battery

Pass 30 Jun 2006 23,297 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 23,297 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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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EAA 819S is a 1977 Honda CB550 in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 26,396 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 CB550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EAA 819S, 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 49 years old, this Honda CB550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EAA 819S registered?

EAA 819S is a 1977 Honda CB550, first registered on 29 September 1977.

Is EAA 819S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAA 819S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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