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YGF 780S

1977 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,361 mi
Last recorded26,361 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Honda CB55026,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGF 780S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 26,361 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 26,361 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 24,458 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 21,385 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 19,703 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 16,704 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 15,109 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Sep 2012 15,081 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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YGF 780S is a 1977 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 26,396 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 YGF 780S, 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 49 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 YGF 780S?

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What year was YGF 780S registered?

YGF 780S is a 1977 Honda CB550, first registered on 7 October 1977.

Is YGF 780S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGF 780S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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