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SAO 570X

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

42,032 mi
Last recorded42,032 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAO 570X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 42,032 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 41,892 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 40,464 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 40,464 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 39,527 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

forks soft (damping affect low)

Pass 19 Jun 2018 37,297 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced main stand (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned to the right (2.4 (a))

front suspension damping effect soft

Fail 16 Jun 2018 37,297 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced main stand (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced offside bulb not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned to the right (2.4 (a))

front suspension damping effect soft

Pass 17 Jun 2017 35,998 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2017 35,998 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 33,501 miles

Clocks changed since last MOT

Pass 10 Jun 2015 39,066 miles

Slight oil leak fro gear shift

Slightly notchy headrace bearings

Fail 5 Jun 2015 39,066 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Slight oil leak fro gear shift

Pass 27 Mar 2014 39,065 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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SAO 570X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SAO 570X, 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 SAO 570X registered?

SAO 570X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 26 January 1982.

Is SAO 570X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAO 570X shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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