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ERF 970Y

1983 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,519 mi
Last recorded30,519 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 1983 Honda CBX55032,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERF 970Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 30,519 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 30,519 miles
Fail 3 May 2015 30,328 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 May 2015 30,328 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 30,304 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2010 29,597 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 29,597 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 29,284 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 29,168 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 29,166 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBX550?

Based on 2,693 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Throttle operating incorrectly 19
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ERF 970Y is a 1983 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 32,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ERF 970Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ERF 970Y registered?

ERF 970Y is a 1983 Honda CBX550, first registered on 27 May 1983.

Is ERF 970Y safe to buy?

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