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EYB 59X

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,173 mi
Last recorded32,173 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYB 59X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 32,173 miles
Fail 8 May 2025 32,173 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 32,061 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 32,061 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2021 31,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 30,796 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 29,583 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 58,510 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 285 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 54,267 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 53,943 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 53,943 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 53,574 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 53,574 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 7 Apr 2006 53,488 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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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EYB 59X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EYB 59X, 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 EYB 59X registered?

EYB 59X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is EYB 59X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYB 59X shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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