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PON 794R

1977 Honda CB550

Orange Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

55 mi
Last recorded55 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1977 Honda CB55026,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPON 794R
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 55 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sub-frame modified (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 9 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sub-frame modified (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 34,404 miles

Front brake slightly binding

Fail 7 Jun 2017 34,404 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Front suspension assembly component loose Fork (2.3.1)

Front brake slightly binding

Pass 25 May 2013 34,388 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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PON 794R is a 1977 Honda CB550 in Orange with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 26,396 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 CB550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PON 794R, 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 49 years old, this Honda CB550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PON 794R?

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What year was PON 794R registered?

PON 794R is a 1977 Honda CB550, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is PON 794R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PON 794R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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