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ELH 578T

1979 Honda CB550

Brown Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,122 mi
Last recorded20,122 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELH 578T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 20,122 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 20,035 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 20,012 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 19,810 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 19,810 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 19,647 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 19,495 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 19,207 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 18,947 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 18,614 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 18,593 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2005 18,538 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 18,536 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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