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PMW 65Y

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,267 mi
Last recorded33,267 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMW 65Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 33,267 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 33,036 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 32,837 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 32,661 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 32,441 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 May 2020 61,198 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 61,178 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 61,060 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 61,060 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 60,849 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 60,807 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 60,714 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 60,265 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 60,007 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 60,001 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 59,638 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 59,596 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 10 May 2008 59,222 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 58,880 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 58,639 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 58,240 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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PMW 65Y is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 PMW 65Y, 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 PMW 65Y registered?

PMW 65Y is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 3 September 1982.

Is PMW 65Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMW 65Y shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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