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VHB 575S

1978 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,721 mi
Last recorded36,721 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 1978 Honda CB55029,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHB 575S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 36,721 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 36,476 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 35,349 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 35,176 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 35,176 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 34,600 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 34,438 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 34,438 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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VHB 575S is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Black with a 550cc 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 VHB 575S, 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 VHB 575S?

You can check the full history of VHB 575S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VHB 575S registered?

VHB 575S is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is VHB 575S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHB 575S 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.

Does VHB 575S have outstanding finance?

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