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VAS 572T

1979 Honda CB550

White Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,396 mi
Last recorded45,396 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAS 572T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 45,396 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 45,199 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2013 45,199 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 44,600 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 44,041 miles

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

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Mar 2007 44,041 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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VAS 572T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in White with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 26,110 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 VAS 572T, 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 47 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 VAS 572T?

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What year was VAS 572T registered?

VAS 572T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 28 February 1979.

Is VAS 572T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAS 572T 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.

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