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EYT 278V

1992 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,261 mi
Last recorded29,261 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda CX50031,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYT 278V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 29,261 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 29,163 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 29,146 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 10,511 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 29,103 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 29,092 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 29,011 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 28,981 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 28,981 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 16 Jun 2012 28,968 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 28,968 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 28,898 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Nov 2009 28,875 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Feb 2008 28,254 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 28,254 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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EYT 278V is a 1992 Honda CX500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1992 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 31,308 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 EYT 278V, 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 34 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EYT 278V registered?

EYT 278V is a 1992 Honda CX500, first registered on 10 July 1992.

Is EYT 278V safe to buy?

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