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ARJ 730T

1978 Honda CB550

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

23,130 mi
Last recorded23,130 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
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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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARJ 730T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 23,130 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 23,006 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 22,907 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 22,822 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 22,822 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 22,592 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 22,592 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 22,468 miles

rear tyre cracks appearing

fairing slightly loose

Pass 4 Sep 2009 22,374 miles

gear lever slightly loose

Pass 2 Sep 2008 22,078 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 21,928 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 21,440 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Tyre pressures were dangerously low, less than 10psi in the front tyre & 16psi in the rear tyre. †The tyre pressures have been corrected & set correctly.

Pass 8 Sep 2006 21,440 miles

Tyre pressures were dangerously low, less than 10psi in the front tyre & 16psi in the rear tyre. †The tyre pressures have been corrected & set correctly.

Pass 1 Sep 2005 21,171 miles

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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ARJ 730T is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ARJ 730T, 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 ARJ 730T?

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What year was ARJ 730T registered?

ARJ 730T is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 14 September 1978.

Is ARJ 730T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARJ 730T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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