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COA 500V

1979 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,541 mi
Last recorded58,541 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOA 500V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 58,541 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 58,531 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front suspension has reduced damping..

Pass 27 Aug 2015 58,356 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 58,344 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 58,030 miles

limited reserve travel on (hand) brake lever

slight brake bind on front wheel

Pass 29 Apr 2013 57,334 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 56,547 miles

Replace handlebar grips.

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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COA 500V is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 COA 500V, 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

How do I check the history of COA 500V?

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What year was COA 500V registered?

COA 500V is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 9 August 1979.

Is COA 500V safe to buy?

The MOT history for COA 500V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does COA 500V have outstanding finance?

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