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CWA 593T

1979 Honda CX500

Green Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,532 mi
Last recorded38,532 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWA 593T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 38,532 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 38,532 miles

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017 38,279 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 38,267 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,608 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 37,599 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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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CWA 593T is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Green with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 CWA 593T, 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 CWA 593T registered?

CWA 593T is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 26 June 1979.

Is CWA 593T safe to buy?

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