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RFE 297R

1976 Honda CB550

Orange Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,313 mi
Last recorded38,313 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1976 Honda CB55033,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFE 297R
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 May 2017 38,313 miles

Central fuel pipe perishing

Pass 10 Mar 2016 38,301 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 38,296 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 38,146 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 37,762 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 36,253 miles

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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RFE 297R is a 1976 Honda CB550 in Orange with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RFE 297R, 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 RFE 297R?

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What year was RFE 297R registered?

RFE 297R is a 1976 Honda CB550, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is RFE 297R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFE 297R shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFE 297R have outstanding finance?

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