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AAW 486T

1979 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

10,524 mi
Last recorded10,524 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAW 486T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 10,524 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 10,474 miles

condition of nearside hand grip

exhaust corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2011 10,449 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 10,449 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 10,135 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2010 10,135 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

clutch cable feels stiff when operated

Pass 13 Oct 2009 9,750 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 13 Oct 2009 9,750 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

throttle cables seized, bike wont rev up

Pass 2 Oct 2007 9,744 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,004 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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AAW 486T is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1979 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 38,267 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 CX500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAW 486T, 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 47 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AAW 486T registered?

AAW 486T is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is AAW 486T safe to buy?

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