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RBL 51X

1982 Honda CX500

Cream Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,442 mi
Last recorded96,442 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBL 51X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 96,442 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 95,344 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 96,091 miles

Front tyre has light surface cracking on sidewall

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 95,144 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Jul 2011 95,144 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 94,855 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 94,345 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Nov 2008 94,342 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 93,996 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 93,996 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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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RBL 51X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Cream with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RBL 51X, 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 RBL 51X registered?

RBL 51X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is RBL 51X safe to buy?

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