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GAF 223V

1988 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,583 mi
Last recorded12,583 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAF 223V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2013 12,583 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 5,303 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 5,303 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 98,876 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 93,910 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 13,271 miles

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

Offside 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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GAF 223V is a 1988 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GAF 223V, 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 38 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GAF 223V registered?

GAF 223V is a 1988 Honda CX500, first registered on 30 September 1988.

Is GAF 223V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAF 223V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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