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YJR 314T

1979 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

815 mi
Last recorded815 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda CB55026,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJR 314T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 815 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017
Pass 13 May 2016 51,735 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 51,527 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 50,974 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 50,339 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2011 50,045 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 50,045 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 49,150 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 49,150 miles

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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YJR 314T is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YJR 314T, 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 YJR 314T?

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What year was YJR 314T registered?

YJR 314T is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 19 April 1979.

Is YJR 314T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJR 314T shows 10 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 YJR 314T have outstanding finance?

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