MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
54,180 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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))
Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))
front position light not working
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)
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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