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BSG 790W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,286 mi
Last recorded62,286 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSG 790W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 62,286 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 15 Jun 2023 62,270 miles

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))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 62,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2019 62,233 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 61,790 miles

Front Coil spring worn both sides soft (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 61,680 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 61,616 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 60,559 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 60,545 miles

Nearside Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 60,242 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 60,216 miles

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)

Fail 12 Feb 2013 58,271 miles

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)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 58,271 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 57,735 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 57,729 miles

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 57,524 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 57,524 miles

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)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 57,346 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 57,346 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 57,104 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 56,841 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 56,810 miles

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)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 56,538 miles

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.

Pass 23 Jul 2005 56,279 miles

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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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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