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DFP 353T

1979 Honda CX500

Yellow Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,215 mi
Last recorded45,215 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFP 353T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 45,215 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 45,209 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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DFP 353T is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Yellow with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 DFP 353T, 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 DFP 353T?

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What year was DFP 353T registered?

DFP 353T is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 18 April 1979.

Is DFP 353T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFP 353T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFP 353T have outstanding finance?

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