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B508 MWV

1985 Honda CX650

Red Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

45,487 mi
Last recorded45,487 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda CX65040,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB508 MWV
MakeHonda
ModelCX650
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 45,487 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 45,425 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 45,386 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 45,145 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 45,016 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 44,554 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 44,318 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 44,179 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 44,179 miles

Rear wheel has a missing wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 44,054 miles

front caliper slider rubbers missing

front right hand second brake pin plate missing

head lamp deflector fitted

rear caliper slider rubbers missing

very slight bind to rear brake caliper

Pass 28 Jul 2012 43,993 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jul 2011 43,858 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 43,858 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2010 43,350 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 May 2009 43,013 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2009 43,013 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2008 42,884 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2008 42,884 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 42,486 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CX650?

Based on 2,042 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
351
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 40
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
suspension bush has excessive free play 10
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B508 MWV is a 1985 Honda CX650 in Red with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1985 Honda CX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 40,500 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 CX650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B508 MWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Honda CX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B508 MWV registered?

B508 MWV is a 1985 Honda CX650, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B508 MWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B508 MWV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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