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KTU 701Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,180 mi
Last recorded54,180 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTU 701Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 54,180 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 53,898 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 53,642 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 53,027 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 51,577 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 50,410 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 50,397 miles

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 47,917 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 46,110 miles

front position light not working

Pass 16 Jun 2014 42,973 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 42,973 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 40,263 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 37,747 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 37,718 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Fail 10 Dec 2011 37,668 miles

Front Brake drum(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Missing fairing fixings

Rear tyre wall perished

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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KTU 701Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Red 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 KTU 701Y, 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 KTU 701Y registered?

KTU 701Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 15 September 1982.

Is KTU 701Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTU 701Y shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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