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GGW 40V

1979 Honda Cx 500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

50,433 mi
Last recorded50,433 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 1979 Honda Cx 50038,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGW 40V
MakeHonda
ModelCx 500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 50,433 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 41,687 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 41,687 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 39,754 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 37,367 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 37,367 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 35,304 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 35,162 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 34,702 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2006 34,702 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

How Reliable is the Honda Cx 500?

Based on 887 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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GGW 40V is a 1979 Honda Cx 500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1979 Honda Cx 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 38,844 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 Cx 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GGW 40V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cx 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Honda Cx 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GGW 40V registered?

GGW 40V is a 1979 Honda Cx 500, first registered on 23 October 1979.

Is GGW 40V safe to buy?

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