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BOV 584V

1979 Honda CX500

Yellow Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOV 584V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 9 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brakes minimal drag

no indicator tell tail fitted, but indicators are clearly visible when seated

no rear seat or footrests fitted.

Fail 15 Aug 2012 5 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brakes minimal drag

nearside stop lamp not working

no indicator tell tail fitted, but indicators are clearly visible when seated

no rear seat or footrests fitted.

return sring missing rear brake lever

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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BOV 584V is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Yellow with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 38,267 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 BOV 584V, 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 47 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 BOV 584V?

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What year was BOV 584V registered?

BOV 584V is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 5 September 1979.

Is BOV 584V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOV 584V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BOV 584V have outstanding finance?

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