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VJK 996T

1979 Honda CB550

Brown Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

936 mi
Last recorded936 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJK 996T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 936 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 794 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 719 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 474 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 190 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 43,813 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 43,655 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 20 May 2010 43,569 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 20 May 2010 43,569 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 43,325 miles

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

front pads have small cracks /unenen wear

rear end of seat is slightly loose yet is secure

Pass 5 Apr 2007 42,599 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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VJK 996T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Brown with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VJK 996T, 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

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What year was VJK 996T registered?

VJK 996T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 30 January 1979.

Is VJK 996T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJK 996T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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