MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
2,898 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height Plate and characters incorrect size (6.3.4a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Honda CB550?
Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 501 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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STY 397S is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1978 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 29,673 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 STY 397S, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was STY 397S registered?
STY 397S is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 25 March 1978.
Is STY 397S safe to buy?
The MOT history for STY 397S shows 8 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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