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KIJ 5815

1978 Honda CX500

Black Other 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,853 mi
Last recorded49,853 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2020
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIJ 5815
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2020 49,853 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 49,761 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 49,745 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 49,894 miles

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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KIJ 5815 is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 35,402 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 KIJ 5815, 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 48 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 KIJ 5815?

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What year was KIJ 5815 registered?

KIJ 5815 is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 17 July 1978.

Is KIJ 5815 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KIJ 5815 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KIJ 5815 have outstanding finance?

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