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B377 TJL

1985 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

18,782 mi
Last recorded18,782 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda CX50034,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB377 TJL
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 18,782 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 16,974 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 16,227 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 16,227 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable not fitted in accordance with side wall (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 13,259 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 9,758 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 9,750 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Jul 2019 9,738 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 9,625 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 9,546 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 9,527 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 9,510 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 9,422 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 9,422 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 9,353 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 9,281 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 9,182 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 9,033 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 8,998 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 8,979 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 8,973 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 8,967 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 8,955 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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B377 TJL is a 1985 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 B377 TJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B377 TJL registered?

B377 TJL is a 1985 Honda CX500, first registered on 10 May 1985.

Is B377 TJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B377 TJL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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