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GHD 835S

1978 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,834 mi
Last recorded10,834 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2010
Typical for 1978 Honda CB50020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHD 835S
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2010 10,834 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 10,834 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 7 May 2009 9,852 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fuel cap seal pereshed

gear selector lose on splines

Fail 7 May 2009 9,852 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fuel cap seal pereshed

gear selector lose on splines

Pass 31 May 2007 9,220 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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GHD 835S is a 1978 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GHD 835S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GHD 835S?

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What year was GHD 835S registered?

GHD 835S is a 1978 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is GHD 835S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHD 835S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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