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B627 KVO

1985 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,281 mi
Last recorded21,281 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
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

RegistrationB627 KVO
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 21,281 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 21,236 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 20,862 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 20,760 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 20,371 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 20,348 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 20,289 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 20,042 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 20,042 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 19,683 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 18,872 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,904 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 16,904 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 14,950 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 12,888 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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B627 KVO is a 1985 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 B627 KVO, 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 B627 KVO registered?

B627 KVO is a 1985 Honda CX500, first registered on 12 June 1985.

Is B627 KVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B627 KVO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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