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MSD 552W

1981 Honda Cb

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,845 mi
Last recorded30,845 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda Cb31,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSD 552W
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 30,845 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 30,840 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working front and rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected no return on throttle at full movement (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play posable front spindle and clamps incorrectly torqued (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 30,347 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2006 30,086 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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MSD 552W is a 1981 Honda Cb in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,786 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 Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MSD 552W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 45 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MSD 552W registered?

MSD 552W is a 1981 Honda Cb, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is MSD 552W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSD 552W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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