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VUF 439S

1978 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,825 mi
Last recorded18,825 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 Honda CB55029,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUF 439S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 18,825 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 18,708 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 18,606 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 18,501 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 18,258 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 18,112 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 17,998 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 17,794 miles

Handle bars slightly bent.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 17,781 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Handle bars slightly bent.

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 17,600 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Handle bars slightly bent

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2011 17,569 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Handle bars bent

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slight bind front brake

Pass 5 Jul 2010 17,426 miles

Front brake has considerable travel

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 2 Jul 2010 17,426 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front brake has considerable travel

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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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VUF 439S is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Black with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VUF 439S, 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

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What year was VUF 439S registered?

VUF 439S is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is VUF 439S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUF 439S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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