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B525 DGF

1985 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,615 mi
Last recorded76,615 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda CX50034,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB525 DGF
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 76,615 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 76,497 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 76,495 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 76,460 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 76,427 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 76,367 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 76,069 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 75,694 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 75,080 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 75,080 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 74,162 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 72,672 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 72,666 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 70,668 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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B525 DGF 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 85.7%.

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 B525 DGF, 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 B525 DGF registered?

B525 DGF is a 1985 Honda CX500, first registered on 13 June 1985.

Is B525 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B525 DGF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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