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BRE 141Y

1983 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

62,215 mi
Last recorded62,215 miles
Recorded on3 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRE 141Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2012 62,215 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 62,215 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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BRE 141Y is a 1983 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BRE 141Y, 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

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What year was BRE 141Y registered?

BRE 141Y is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 5 January 1983.

Is BRE 141Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRE 141Y 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.

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