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RJR 538Y

1982 Honda CX500

Green Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,177 mi
Last recorded87,177 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2013
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJR 538Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2013 87,177 miles

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

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Sidecar wheel not braked

Pass 29 Sep 2011 85,538 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 83,111 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 82,263 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 82,041 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 80,808 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 79,820 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 79,607 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Sidecar direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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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RJR 538Y is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Green with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RJR 538Y, 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 RJR 538Y registered?

RJR 538Y is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 13 August 1982.

Is RJR 538Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJR 538Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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