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BWT 397X

1982 Honda CX500

Maroon Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,018 mi
Last recorded19,018 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWT 397X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 19,018 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 18,892 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 17,867 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 17,666 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 17,267 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,563 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 16,006 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 16,006 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 15,836 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 15,428 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 13,797 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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BWT 397X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Maroon with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1982 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,944 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BWT 397X, 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 44 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 BWT 397X registered?

BWT 397X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is BWT 397X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWT 397X shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BWT 397X have outstanding finance?

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