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DEY 878X

1982 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,059 mi
Last recorded38,059 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEY 878X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 38,059 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 38,045 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 38,021 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 38,007 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 37,990 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 37,850 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,592 miles

front tyre cracking

Pass 2 Sep 2009 37,592 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 37,592 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

front tyre cracking

Pass 5 Jun 2006 37,026 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 37,013 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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DEY 878X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,944 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 DEY 878X, 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 44 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 DEY 878X registered?

DEY 878X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 4 March 1982.

Is DEY 878X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEY 878X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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