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DFX 70Y

1983 Honda CBX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

44,831 mi
Last recorded44,831 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2013
Typical for 1983 Honda CBX55032,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFX 70Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Apr 2013 44,831 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre

How Reliable is the Honda CBX550?

Based on 2,693 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Throttle operating incorrectly 19
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DFX 70Y is a 1983 Honda CBX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1983 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 32,203 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 CBX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFX 70Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DFX 70Y registered?

DFX 70Y is a 1983 Honda CBX550, first registered on 1 April 1983.

Is DFX 70Y safe to buy?

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