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XJX 385Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,490 mi
Last recorded28,490 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJX 385Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 28,490 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 27,991 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 27,361 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 27,053 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 26,852 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 26,568 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Sep 2015 26,419 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 26,399 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 26,399 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 26,246 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 26,156 miles

Front Indicators secure but loose.

Unable to check both front and rear brake pad and disc condition. Not Seen

Pass 7 Jun 2011 25,917 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 13 May 2010 25,165 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 24,788 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 24,052 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 24,052 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 22,103 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 21,090 miles

both n ear side indicaters not v ery sercurely fasend

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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XJX 385Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XJX 385Y, 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 XJX 385Y registered?

XJX 385Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is XJX 385Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJX 385Y shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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