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BRG 742V

1980 Honda Cx 500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,616 mi
Last recorded25,616 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda Cx 50049,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRG 742V
MakeHonda
ModelCx 500
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 25,616 miles

Front suspension soft

Fail 28 May 2019 25,606 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached pinch bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim wrong direction (5.2.3 (k))

Front suspension soft

Pass 10 Jul 2014 25,464 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 25,464 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 25,438 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cx 500?

Based on 887 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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BRG 742V is a 1980 Honda Cx 500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Honda Cx 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 49,896 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 Cx 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRG 742V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cx 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Honda Cx 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRG 742V?

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What year was BRG 742V registered?

BRG 742V is a 1980 Honda Cx 500, first registered on 26 February 1980.

Is BRG 742V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRG 742V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BRG 742V have outstanding finance?

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