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JRV 140Y

1982 Honda CBX550

White Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,716 mi
Last recorded68,716 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRV 140Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 68,716 miles

Exhaust rusting

Front tyre starting to perrish

Main frame rusting

Rear shock boot damaged

Slight play in headraces

Pass 22 Jun 2015 66,348 miles

Exhaust deteriated

Main frame rusting

Rear tyre perrished

Pass 28 Jun 2014 62,266 miles

Fuel tank repaired

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

frame rusty

Pass 26 Mar 2013 62,093 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front indicators loose

Fail 14 Mar 2013 62,093 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front indicators loose

x1 rear position light/brake light not working

Pass 3 Feb 2012 57,480 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front & rear brake discs & pads not visible,enclosed brakes

Pass 3 Feb 2011 52,627 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 49,552 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2009 46,646 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 46,598 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2008 43,456 miles

slight stiffness in rear suspension

Fail 27 May 2008 43,442 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

slight stiffness in operation of rear suspension

Pass 19 May 2007 41,168 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 41,144 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 May 2006 38,950 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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JRV 140Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in White with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JRV 140Y, 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.

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JRV 140Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 3 August 1982.

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