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BFW 873W

1983 Honda CX500

Green Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

448 mi
Last recorded448 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 873W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 448 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 448 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2020 370 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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BFW 873W is a 1983 Honda CX500 in Green with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 37,306 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 BFW 873W, 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 43 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFW 873W?

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What year was BFW 873W registered?

BFW 873W is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 12 October 1983.

Is BFW 873W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 873W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFW 873W have outstanding finance?

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