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CMK 740V

1979 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,228 mi
Last recorded59,228 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMK 740V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 59,228 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 58,921 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 58,748 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 58,431 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 58,263 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 58,005 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 57,811 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 57,399 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 May 2006 57,399 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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CMK 740V is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 CMK 740V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CMK 740V registered?

CMK 740V is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is CMK 740V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMK 740V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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