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ROA 235Y

1982 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,240 mi
Last recorded14,240 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 1982 Honda CBX55034,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROA 235Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 14,240 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 12,783 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 12,770 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 12,293 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 12,154 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 12,145 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 11,929 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nail in rear tyre

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBX550?

Based on 2,693 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Throttle operating incorrectly 19
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ROA 235Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 34,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ROA 235Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ROA 235Y registered?

ROA 235Y is a 1982 Honda CBX550, first registered on 23 September 1982.

Is ROA 235Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROA 235Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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