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OTH 489Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,761 mi
Last recorded25,761 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTH 489Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2019 25,761 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 25,744 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 25,731 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 25,711 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

front brake binding

Pass 12 Mar 2015 25,697 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake binding

Pass 13 Mar 2014 25,651 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake binding

rear suspension sticking

Pass 5 Mar 2013 25,620 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,578 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 25,563 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 24,827 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 24,281 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 23,008 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 23,008 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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OTH 489Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OTH 489Y, 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 OTH 489Y registered?

OTH 489Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 17 September 1982.

Is OTH 489Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTH 489Y shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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