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BEG 290T

1989 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,715 mi
Last recorded5,715 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2011
Typical for 1989 Honda CX50057,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEG 290T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2011 5,715 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 1,821 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 28,255 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 27,326 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 27,297 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 27,148 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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BEG 290T is a 1989 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 57,879 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 BEG 290T, 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 37 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BEG 290T registered?

BEG 290T is a 1989 Honda CX500, first registered on 24 August 1989.

Is BEG 290T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEG 290T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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