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AFA 282Y

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,744 mi
Last recorded62,744 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFA 282Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 62,744 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 62,682 miles

Fork gators fitted at time of test

One stop lamp bulb not illuminating

Pass 23 Apr 2012 62,568 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 62,568 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 6 May 2011 61,639 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

exhaust repaired with paste

slight notchiness in headbearings

surface corrosion in rear frame

Pass 7 May 2010 60,046 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2009 57,011 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

exhaust has been repaired

Pass 28 Apr 2009 57,011 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

exhaust has been repaired

Pass 22 Apr 2008 53,977 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 May 2007 51,453 miles

front brake slightly binding

Fail 13 Apr 2007 51,445 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 48,366 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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AFA 282Y is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,944 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 AFA 282Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AFA 282Y registered?

AFA 282Y is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is AFA 282Y safe to buy?

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