MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
62,286 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both not working (5.3.2 (d))
Headlamp insecure lens (4.1.1 (c))
Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Coil spring worn both sides soft (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front suspension assembly component loose (9.2.5b)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
front tyre has many CUTS almost reaching the ply cords...ALMOST to but,which has not yet reached the point of mot test failure at this time.
How Reliable is the Honda CX500?
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BSG 790W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 BSG 790W, 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.
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What year was BSG 790W registered?
BSG 790W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 20 March 1981.
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