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UCL 547R

1977 Honda CB550F

Red Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,645 mi
Last recorded25,645 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1977 Honda CB550F23,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCL 547R
MakeHonda
ModelCB550F
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 25,645 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 25,641 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 25,638 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2017 25,638 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 25,634 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit (4.1.3(ii))

Slight rear drum brake ovality

Fail 29 Feb 2016 25,634 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit (4.1.3(ii))

Slight rear drum brake ovality

Pass 23 Feb 2015 25,631 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2014 25,628 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2013 25,625 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2013 25,625 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Mar 2010 25,621 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2010 25,621 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2009 25,618 miles

chain slightly slack

Pass 13 Oct 2007 25,610 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2006 25,595 miles

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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UCL 547R is a 1977 Honda CB550F in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UCL 547R, 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

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What year was UCL 547R registered?

UCL 547R is a 1977 Honda CB550F, first registered on 5 July 1977.

Is UCL 547R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCL 547R shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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