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OMG 231R

1976 Honda CB550

Blue Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,358 mi
Last recorded30,358 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2009
Typical for 1976 Honda CB55033,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMG 231R
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2009 30,358 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 30,358 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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OMG 231R is a 1976 Honda CB550 in Blue with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 33,911 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 OMG 231R, 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 50 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 OMG 231R?

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What year was OMG 231R registered?

OMG 231R is a 1976 Honda CB550, first registered on 21 December 1976.

Is OMG 231R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMG 231R 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 OMG 231R have outstanding finance?

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