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CYU 258V

1979 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,022 mi
Last recorded40,022 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYU 258V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 40,022 miles

front mudguard missing

Pass 12 Apr 2012 39,427 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 38,348 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 38,348 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 36,598 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 2 Oct 2009 36,583 miles

Front Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

tyer presures low front and rear

Pass 27 Sep 2006 36,280 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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CYU 258V is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc 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 CYU 258V, 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 CYU 258V registered?

CYU 258V is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 10 October 1979.

Is CYU 258V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYU 258V 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.

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