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Q872WJR

1988 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,188 mi
Last recorded51,188 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ872WJR
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 51,188 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 51,188 miles

Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 50,537 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 50,474 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 50,346 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 49,614 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 49,096 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 48,234 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 47,593 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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Q872WJR is a 1988 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Q872WJR, 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 38 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q872WJR registered?

Q872WJR is a 1988 Honda CX500, first registered on 11 May 1988.

Is Q872WJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q872WJR 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.

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