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RBE 292S

1978 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,506 mi
Last recorded31,506 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBE 292S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 31,506 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 31,160 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 31,160 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 30,708 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion on swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Road spring corroded surface corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 30,573 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system has some surface corrosion on the collector box

Pass 19 Sep 2019 30,565 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 28,825 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 28,116 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 May 2017 28,116 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 27,443 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

clutch adjustment at max limit

Pass 13 Jul 2015 26,752 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 26,208 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 25,696 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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RBE 292S is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1978 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 35,402 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 RBE 292S, 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 48 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 RBE 292S registered?

RBE 292S is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 28 April 1978.

Is RBE 292S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBE 292S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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