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FTM 740Y

1982 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,493 mi
Last recorded49,493 miles
Recorded on5 May 2012
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 740Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2012 49,493 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 49,116 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 49,076 miles

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

rear shockabsorber lower rubbers perished and spliting

Fail 8 Jul 2009 49,075 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

rear luggage bags close to rear tyre

rear shockabsorber lower rubbers perished and spliting

Pass 30 Oct 2006 49,041 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 49,041 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

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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FTM 740Y is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FTM 740Y, 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

How do I check the history of FTM 740Y?

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What year was FTM 740Y registered?

FTM 740Y is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 16 November 1982.

Is FTM 740Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 740Y shows 6 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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