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PRB 501R

1976 Honda CB550F

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,356 mi
Last recorded1,356 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
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

RegistrationPRB 501R
MakeHonda
ModelCB550F
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2018 1,356 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Inner exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Inner Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 1,308 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 1,008 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 9,526 miles

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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PRB 501R is a 1976 Honda CB550F in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PRB 501R, 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 PRB 501R?

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What year was PRB 501R registered?

PRB 501R is a 1976 Honda CB550F, first registered on 20 September 1976.

Is PRB 501R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRB 501R 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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