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TVN 318S

1977 Honda CB550F

Blue Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,929 mi
Last recorded51,929 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2008
Typical for 1977 Honda CB550F23,613 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVN 318S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550F
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2008 51,929 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 51,853 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

How Reliable is the Honda CB550F?

Based on 689 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
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TVN 318S is a 1977 Honda CB550F in Blue with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB550F models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 23,613 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 CB550F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVN 318S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB550F typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this Honda CB550F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVN 318S?

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What year was TVN 318S registered?

TVN 318S is a 1977 Honda CB550F, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TVN 318S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVN 318S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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