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NMS 652T

1978 Honda CB550F

Green Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

5,259 mi
Last recorded5,259 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 Honda CB550F19,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMS 652T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550F
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 5,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 4,140 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 4,001 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 4,001 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride CHAIN JOINING LINK CLIP FITTED BACKWARDS (6.2.1h)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 3,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Slight drag front brake

Fail 8 Jun 2016 3,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Slight drag front brake

Pass 18 Oct 2013 2,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 2,663 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Honda CB550F?

Based on 689 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
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NMS 652T is a 1978 Honda CB550F in Green with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB550F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 19,804 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 CB550F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NMS 652T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB550F typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB550F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NMS 652T registered?

NMS 652T is a 1978 Honda CB550F, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is NMS 652T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMS 652T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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