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BLR 131Y

1983 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

53,650 mi
Last recorded53,650 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2007
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLR 131Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2007 53,650 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

handle bar grips excessively shrunk and deteriated could do with a new set

Pass 15 Jun 2007 53,650 miles

handle bar grips excessively shrunk and deteriated could do with a new set

Fail 15 Jun 2007 53,627 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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BLR 131Y is a 1983 Honda CX500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 BLR 131Y, 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 BLR 131Y?

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What year was BLR 131Y registered?

BLR 131Y is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is BLR 131Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLR 131Y shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BLR 131Y have outstanding finance?

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