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BNS 766X

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,260 mi
Last recorded58,260 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNS 766X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 58,260 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 58,258 miles

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 58,129 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 58,127 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

front tyre cracking

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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BNS 766X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 BNS 766X, 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 BNS 766X registered?

BNS 766X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 7 September 1981.

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