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XBV 960Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,140 mi
Last recorded26,140 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBV 960Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 26,140 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 25,761 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases connector pipe has small exhaust leak (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2010 25,757 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 25,757 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Jun 2009 24,832 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 24,832 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 24,211 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2007 23,490 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 23,490 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 21,883 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBX550?

Based on 2,693 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Throttle operating incorrectly 19
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XBV 960Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 34,292 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 CBX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBV 960Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XBV 960Y registered?

XBV 960Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 23 September 1982.

Is XBV 960Y safe to buy?

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