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TJL 725S

1978 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,430 mi
Last recorded31,430 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2008
Typical for 1978 Honda CB55029,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJL 725S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2008 31,430 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 29,478 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 29,487 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 27,205 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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TJL 725S is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 TJL 725S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TJL 725S?

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What year was TJL 725S registered?

TJL 725S is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is TJL 725S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJL 725S 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.

Does TJL 725S have outstanding finance?

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