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YER 858T

1979 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

360 mi
Last recorded360 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYER 858T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 360 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 3 miles

Front mudguard missing

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jun 2015
Pass 14 Jun 2014 564 miles
Pass 11 May 2013

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 27,311 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 27,311 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,047 miles

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

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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YER 858T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YER 858T, 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 YER 858T?

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What year was YER 858T registered?

YER 858T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 7 June 1979.

Is YER 858T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YER 858T shows 9 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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