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P550 PLM

1998 Honda Cb 750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

68,040 mi
Last recorded68,040 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 75028,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP550 PLM
MakeHonda
ModelCb 750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2019 68,040 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 64,753 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

headlamp converter fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2016 16,702 miles

headlight converter fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2015 60,504 miles

handlebars slightly bent

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

front indicators damaged but secure

Pass 30 Sep 2014 59,665 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 58,309 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake slightly binding

head lamp masked for aim

Fail 11 Sep 2013 58,295 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

head lamp masked for aim

Pass 5 Sep 2012 57,355 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 54,948 miles

chain loose

front and rear tyres worn

offside rear side panel loose

rear brake disc pitted

Pass 8 Sep 2010 53,535 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 7 Sep 2010 53,535 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 49,572 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

neutral light not working

oil light on

center stand does not retune

Fail 4 Aug 2009 49,572 miles

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

neutral light not working

oil light on

center stand does not retune

Pass 1 Aug 2008 46,419 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 46,419 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 44,068 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 42,631 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 750?

Based on 1,047 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
349
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
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P550 PLM is a 1998 Honda Cb 750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 28,909 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P550 PLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P550 PLM registered?

P550 PLM is a 1998 Honda Cb 750, first registered on 4 March 1998.

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