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B113 BCW

1985 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,699 mi
Last recorded70,699 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda CX50034,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB113 BCW
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 70,699 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 69,303 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 68,583 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 68,352 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 66,222 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 63,711 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 63,702 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 59,740 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 56,584 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 52,603 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 48,270 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 48,260 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 29 May 2008 45,203 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 29 May 2008 45,203 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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B113 BCW is a 1985 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1985 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 34,353 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 B113 BCW, 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 41 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B113 BCW registered?

B113 BCW is a 1985 Honda CX500, first registered on 18 June 1985.

Is B113 BCW safe to buy?

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