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YFE 400S

1978 Honda CB550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,065 mi
Last recorded24,065 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2010
Typical for 1978 Honda CB55029,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFE 400S
MakeHonda
ModelCB550
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2010 24,065 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 44,936 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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YFE 400S is a 1978 Honda CB550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YFE 400S, 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 YFE 400S?

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What year was YFE 400S registered?

YFE 400S is a 1978 Honda CB550, first registered on 9 January 1978.

Is YFE 400S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFE 400S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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