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DML 280V

1979 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

5,847 mi
Last recorded5,847 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda CX50038,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDML 280V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 5,847 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 5,846 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Stop lamp not working front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre wall damaged

Pass 13 Apr 2018 5,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 5,306 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 5,306 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 4,987 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 4,688 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 4,441 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 4,187 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 May 2011 102,578 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 936 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 97,837 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 94,541 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 90,106 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 89,950 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

nearside exhaust heat sheild loose

offside exhaust heat sheild loose

Pass 8 May 2006 85,927 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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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DML 280V is a 1979 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DML 280V, 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 DML 280V registered?

DML 280V is a 1979 Honda CX500, first registered on 12 October 1979.

Is DML 280V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DML 280V shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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