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PPS 85X

1982 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,206 mi
Last recorded23,206 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPS 85X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 23,206 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 23,193 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2021 23,166 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 23,157 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 23,153 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 22,243 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 21,585 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 20,682 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 19,318 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 17,762 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 17,762 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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PPS 85X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 PPS 85X, 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 PPS 85X?

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What year was PPS 85X registered?

PPS 85X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 26 April 1982.

Is PPS 85X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPS 85X shows 11 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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