MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,487 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear tyre cracking slightly between treads.
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear tyre cracking slightly between treads.
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
slight play in rear sprocket carrier bearng.
How Reliable is the Honda CB550?
Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 501 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ELD 970T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.
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 ELD 970T, 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.
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What year was ELD 970T registered?
ELD 970T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 14 February 1979.
Is ELD 970T safe to buy?
The MOT history for ELD 970T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ELD 970T have outstanding finance?
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