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FGP 491T

1978 Honda CB550

Red Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,155 mi
Last recorded1,155 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 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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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGP 491T
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 1,155 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 1,155 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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FGP 491T is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FGP 491T, 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 FGP 491T?

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What year was FGP 491T registered?

FGP 491T is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 25 October 1978.

Is FGP 491T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGP 491T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGP 491T have outstanding finance?

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