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TDK 490S

1978 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,153 mi
Last recorded60,153 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda CB55029,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDK 490S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 60,153 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 60,151 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2016 59,533 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 58,809 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 58,598 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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TDK 490S is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 29,673 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 TDK 490S, 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 48 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 TDK 490S?

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What year was TDK 490S registered?

TDK 490S is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is TDK 490S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDK 490S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TDK 490S have outstanding finance?

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