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DKO 949T

1979 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,287 mi
Last recorded46,287 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKO 949T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 46,287 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock corroded

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear shock corroded

exhaust corroded

front mudguard corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2017 43,867 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 43,847 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2016 43,847 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2015 41,787 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 37,688 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 37,674 miles

Nearside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 34,944 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 33,067 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 31,375 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 36,939 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 36,939 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 36,401 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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DKO 949T is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DKO 949T, 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 DKO 949T registered?

DKO 949T is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is DKO 949T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKO 949T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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