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KMF 471W

1980 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

62,436 mi
Last recorded62,436 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1980 Honda CB55026,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMF 471W
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 62,436 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 62,260 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 62,260 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 62,082 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 62,082 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

front tyre pressure low

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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KMF 471W is a 1980 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 26,474 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 KMF 471W, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KMF 471W?

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What year was KMF 471W registered?

KMF 471W is a 1980 Honda CB550, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is KMF 471W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMF 471W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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