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BVC 208T

1978 Honda CB550

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

1,835 mi
Last recorded1,835 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda CB55029,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVC 208T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc
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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 1,835 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 6 Jun 2018 1,820 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel tank insecure Securing Bolt Missing. (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Coming in to contact with rear wheel spindle. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2016 13,571 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 13,552 miles

light perishing to front tyre

Pass 4 Nov 2013 13,384 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 19,233 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 19,233 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2011 12,773 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 12,773 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 11,980 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 11,225 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Mar 2009 11,225 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Feb 2007 11,209 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,209 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 10,505 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 10,505 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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BVC 208T is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BVC 208T, 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.

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What year was BVC 208T registered?

BVC 208T is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 16 August 1978.

Is BVC 208T safe to buy?

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