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MHW 39P

1976 Honda CB550F

Brown Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,266 mi
Last recorded4,266 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2014
Typical for 1976 Honda CB550F37,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHW 39P
MakeHonda
ModelCB550F
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2014 4,266 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 4,266 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 3,590 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 Dec 2011 3,590 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 2,449 miles

Front brake sticking slightly.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Dec 2010 2,449 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front brake sticking slightly.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda CB550F?

Based on 689 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
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MHW 39P is a 1976 Honda CB550F in Brown with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB550F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 37,693 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 CB550F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MHW 39P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB550F typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 50 years old, this Honda CB550F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MHW 39P?

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What year was MHW 39P registered?

MHW 39P is a 1976 Honda CB550F, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is MHW 39P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHW 39P shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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