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BLX 878Y

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,089 mi
Last recorded64,089 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLX 878Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 64,089 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 62,844 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 62,840 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2019 59,695 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 55,644 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 52,351 miles
Pass 22 May 2016 49,543 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 46,076 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2014 43,868 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 40,793 miles

front brake binding

Fail 4 May 2012 38,319 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 May 2012 38,319 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 May 2011 36,608 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2010 35,005 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2009 33,944 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 31,370 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 28,210 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2005 28,188 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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BLX 878Y is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,944 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 BLX 878Y, 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 44 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 BLX 878Y registered?

BLX 878Y is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 18 October 1982.

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