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OUU 164R

1976 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,947 mi
Last recorded7,947 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
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

RegistrationOUU 164R
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 7,947 miles

Rear tyre perished

Pass 21 Jul 2016 7,936 miles

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

clutch lever not completely secure

Fail 21 Jul 2016 7,936 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

clutch lever not completely secure

Pass 11 Jul 2015 7,936 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 7,936 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 7,936 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 7,936 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 7,936 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 7,936 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 21,845 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 21,845 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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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OUU 164R is a 1976 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OUU 164R, 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 OUU 164R?

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What year was OUU 164R registered?

OUU 164R is a 1976 Honda CB550, first registered on 9 August 1976.

Is OUU 164R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUU 164R shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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