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YNL 23V

1979 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,969 mi
Last recorded23,969 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
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

RegistrationYNL 23V
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 May 2019 23,969 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 23,711 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 23,293 miles

fuel pipe poor

slight drag on rear brake

Pass 23 Jun 2011 23,194 miles

fuel pipe age cracking

rear brake light switch not connected

slight misting on both front fork legs

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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YNL 23V is a 1979 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YNL 23V, 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 YNL 23V?

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What year was YNL 23V registered?

YNL 23V is a 1979 Honda CB550, first registered on 5 October 1979.

Is YNL 23V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNL 23V shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YNL 23V have outstanding finance?

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