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SAK 56Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

43,985 mi
Last recorded43,985 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAK 56Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 43,985 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 43,714 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 43,590 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 43,561 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 43,552 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 43,488 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 43,437 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 43,107 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 43,107 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 42,978 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 42,959 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 42,612 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 42,540 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 42,442 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 42,352 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 42,331 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2012 42,049 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 41,910 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 41,684 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 41,582 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 41,418 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2007 41,171 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 40,969 miles

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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SAK 56Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 SAK 56Y, 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 SAK 56Y registered?

SAK 56Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is SAK 56Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAK 56Y shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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