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MCG 77T

1978 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,535 mi
Last recorded11,535 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2014
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCG 77T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2014 11,535 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,881 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 10,195 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 29,338 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 27,615 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2010 27,591 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 25,691 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 24,509 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 23,836 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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MCG 77T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MCG 77T, 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 MCG 77T?

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What year was MCG 77T registered?

MCG 77T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is MCG 77T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCG 77T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MCG 77T have outstanding finance?

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