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PVP 399Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,195 mi
Last recorded43,195 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2009
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVP 399Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2009 43,195 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 43,195 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 45,576 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 44,042 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 43,490 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 43,490 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 15 Nov 2006 43,490 miles

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 41,737 miles

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

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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PVP 399Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PVP 399Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PVP 399Y registered?

PVP 399Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 27 August 1982.

Is PVP 399Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVP 399Y 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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