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DSN 700V

1980 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

27,740 mi
Last recorded27,740 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 Honda CX50039,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSN 700V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 27,740 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 27,715 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 27,697 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 27,551 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

Sidecar structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 27,253 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 26,884 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 26,841 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 26,809 miles

Nearside Rear grease cap missing

Fail 9 Sep 2016 26,895 miles

Front Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear grease cap missing

Pass 9 Nov 2015 26,781 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 26,781 miles

Nearside Rear Sidecar front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp earth fault (1.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Sidecar rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp earth fault (1.1.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 26,758 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 26,733 miles

both rear tub bushes starting to split

Pass 21 Nov 2012 26,700 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 26,674 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 26,646 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 26,611 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 26,553 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 26,514 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 26,464 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 26,298 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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DSN 700V is a 1980 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1980 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 39,685 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DSN 700V, 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 46 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 DSN 700V registered?

DSN 700V is a 1980 Honda CX500, first registered on 8 April 1980.

Is DSN 700V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSN 700V shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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