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XMW 55T

1979 Honda CB550

Brown Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,216 mi
Last recorded14,216 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMW 55T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 14,216 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 14,214 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 14,214 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose tighten (3.2.A1j)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 14,181 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 13,982 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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XMW 55T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Brown with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XMW 55T, 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 XMW 55T?

You can check the full history of XMW 55T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XMW 55T registered?

XMW 55T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is XMW 55T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMW 55T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMW 55T have outstanding finance?

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