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OVT 387P

1996 Honda CB550

Brown Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,809 mi
Last recorded54,809 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda CB55025,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVT 387P
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1996
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 May 2018 54,809 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 54,750 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 54,509 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 54,278 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 May 2014 54,017 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 53,729 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 May 2012 53,589 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 May 2011 53,529 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 53,283 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 53,032 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 52,864 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 50,951 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 49,320 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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OVT 387P is a 1996 Honda CB550 in Brown with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 25,339 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 OVT 387P, 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 30 years old, this Honda CB550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OVT 387P registered?

OVT 387P is a 1996 Honda CB550, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is OVT 387P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVT 387P shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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