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ARC 120T

1978 Honda CB550

Red Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,730 mi
Last recorded31,730 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 1978 Honda CB55029,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARC 120T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 31,730 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 21,463 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 20,694 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 20,346 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 20,346 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 19,736 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 19,736 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 18,898 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 18,898 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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ARC 120T is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 29,673 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 ARC 120T, 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 48 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 ARC 120T?

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What year was ARC 120T registered?

ARC 120T is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is ARC 120T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARC 120T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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