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PDA 109X

1982 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,285 mi
Last recorded32,285 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDA 109X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 32,285 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 32,093 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 30,531 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 29,447 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 28,363 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 28,100 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 27,591 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 27,591 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 27,470 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 27,453 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2013 25,571 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 25,221 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

foriegn black and white number plate fitted at time of test

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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PDA 109X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,944 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 PDA 109X, 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 44 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 PDA 109X?

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What year was PDA 109X registered?

PDA 109X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is PDA 109X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDA 109X shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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