MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,122 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda CB550?
Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 501 vehicles.
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ELH 578T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Brown with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 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 ELH 578T, 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 ELH 578T registered?
ELH 578T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 15 March 1979.
Is ELH 578T safe to buy?
The MOT history for ELH 578T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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