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LFC 248S

1978 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,888 mi
Last recorded28,888 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
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

RegistrationLFC 248S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 28,888 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2016 36,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 16 KGF (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 7 May 2016 36,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 16 KGF (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 5 May 2016 36,304 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking fuel tap (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 35,827 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 35,260 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 34,808 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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LFC 248S is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LFC 248S, 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 LFC 248S?

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What year was LFC 248S registered?

LFC 248S is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 20 April 1978.

Is LFC 248S safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFC 248S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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