MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,735 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both, and chrome slightly pitted (2.3.3)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Travel on rear brake pedal is larger than normal but maintains sufficient reserve travel.
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear foot rest mounting hangers in poor condition / poor repair
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
rear foot rest mounting hangers in poor condition / poor repair
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Riders seat missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear suspension quite firm in operation but satisfactory for test on this occasion.
Right hand handlebar mirror fouling windshield but on full lock only.
How Reliable is the Honda CX500?
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BYL 579T is a 1979 Honda CX500 in White with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
Across all 1979 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 38,267 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 BYL 579T, 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 47 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was BYL 579T registered?
BYL 579T is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 4 July 1979.
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