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OBY 892W

1980 Honda CB550F

Blue Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,398 mi
Last recorded28,398 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBY 892W
MakeHonda
ModelCB550F
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 28,398 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2025 28,398 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 27,557 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 26,989 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 26,944 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 26,037 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 25,572 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 24,926 miles

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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OBY 892W is a 1980 Honda CB550F in Blue with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OBY 892W, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB550F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OBY 892W?

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What year was OBY 892W registered?

OBY 892W is a 1980 Honda CB550F, first registered on 11 August 1980.

Is OBY 892W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBY 892W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBY 892W have outstanding finance?

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