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PHE 492X

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,656 mi
Last recorded50,656 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHE 492X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 50,656 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 50,302 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 49,868 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 49,252 miles

Centre stand worn.

Pass 9 Mar 2019 48,679 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 48,080 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 47,446 miles

Front tyre valve perished and cracked

Pass 10 Mar 2016 46,740 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 46,390 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 45,706 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

One of two rear light bulbs not working stop light ok.

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 45,111 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2013 45,111 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 44,119 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 43,031 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 41,400 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 39,844 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 39,844 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 38,340 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Fail 4 Mar 2008 38,340 miles

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

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

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 35,710 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 35,710 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 32,592 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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PHE 492X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PHE 492X, 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

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What year was PHE 492X registered?

PHE 492X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 12 May 1982.

Is PHE 492X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHE 492X shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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