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MWP 644T

1979 Honda CB550

Silver Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,190 mi
Last recorded1,190 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWP 644T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 May 2018 1,190 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

slight bind on front brake

Pass 14 Jun 2016 1,067 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

rear susp stiff

slight bind on front and rear brakes

Pass 29 May 2015 916 miles

front tyre worn uneven

slight bind on front and rea brakes

Pass 9 Jul 2013 813 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

n/s foot peg loose

no rear foot pegs fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2012 468 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 197 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 43,553 miles

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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MWP 644T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Silver with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 26,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MWP 644T, 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 47 years old, this Honda CB550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MWP 644T registered?

MWP 644T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is MWP 644T safe to buy?

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