MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,445 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Speedo cable rubs front tyre
Chain guard missing
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)
Chain guard missing
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)
Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
How Reliable is the Honda CB550?
Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 501 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ELY 268T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 ELY 268T, 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 ELY 268T registered?
ELY 268T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 5 March 1979.
Is ELY 268T safe to buy?
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