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ALE 669Y

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,250 mi
Last recorded54,250 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALE 669Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 54,250 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play nearside shocker mountings /offside shocker mountins (2.4.A2a(i))

rear number plate slightly worn

Pass 23 Jun 2015 54,112 miles

L/H lower rear shock mount slightly deterioated

R/H tail light not working

Reg plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 17 Jun 2015 54,105 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

L/H lower rear shock mount slightly deterioated

R/H tail light not working

Reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Nov 2012 54,019 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2011 53,792 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 53,316 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 53,264 miles

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2009 53,060 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 52,414 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 52,352 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 48,851 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 48,851 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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ALE 669Y 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 66.7%.

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 ALE 669Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ALE 669Y registered?

ALE 669Y is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 9 August 1982.

Is ALE 669Y safe to buy?

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