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BGH 519X

1981 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,166 mi
Last recorded32,166 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGH 519X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 32,166 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 32,057 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 32,041 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 32,041 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 30,878 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 29,938 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 29,532 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 27,503 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 27,128 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 26,976 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 26,836 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 26,695 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 24,394 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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BGH 519X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1981 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 38,105 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 BGH 519X, 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 45 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 BGH 519X registered?

BGH 519X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 2 November 1981.

Is BGH 519X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGH 519X shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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