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ETM 261Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,519 mi
Last recorded29,519 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETM 261Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 29,519 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2011 29,216 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 29,216 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 29,075 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 28,913 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 28,763 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 28,566 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 28,417 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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ETM 261Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1982 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 34,292 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 ETM 261Y, 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 44 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 ETM 261Y registered?

ETM 261Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 5 November 1982.

Is ETM 261Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETM 261Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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