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AAA 248V

1980 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

67,985 mi
Last recorded67,985 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 1980 Honda CX50039,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAA 248V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 67,985 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 67,985 miles

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

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 67,943 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 67,694 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 67,337 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 67,039 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 66,613 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 66,402 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 66,039 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 65,702 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CX500?

Based on 20,820 MOT tests across 3,408 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,408
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 356
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 279
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 118
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AAA 248V is a 1980 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 39,685 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CX500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAA 248V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CX500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AAA 248V registered?

AAA 248V is a 1980 Honda CX500, first registered on 29 February 1980.

Is AAA 248V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAA 248V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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