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RUK 165R

1977 Honda CB550

Blue Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,322 mi
Last recorded34,322 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1977 Honda CB55026,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUK 165R
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 34,322 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 34,281 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,882 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 33,882 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 33,882 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 33,882 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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RUK 165R is a 1977 Honda CB550 in Blue with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RUK 165R, 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 RUK 165R?

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What year was RUK 165R registered?

RUK 165R is a 1977 Honda CB550, first registered on 10 May 1977.

Is RUK 165R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUK 165R shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RUK 165R have outstanding finance?

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