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VAJ 40S

1977 Honda CB550

Green Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 1977 Honda CB55026,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAJ 40S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2019 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2017 38,228 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 38,202 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 37,208 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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VAJ 40S is a 1977 Honda CB550 in Green with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 26,396 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 VAJ 40S, 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 49 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 VAJ 40S?

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What year was VAJ 40S registered?

VAJ 40S is a 1977 Honda CB550, first registered on 28 November 1977.

Is VAJ 40S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAJ 40S shows 4 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 VAJ 40S have outstanding finance?

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