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SBA 239X

1982 Honda CX500

Brown Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,053 mi
Last recorded22,053 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2020
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBA 239X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2020 22,053 miles

rear shock lower mount modified

Pass 4 Aug 2017 64,155 miles

Rear brake efficiancy poor but acceptable.

Rear shock absorber lower mounting has been modified.

Rear stop light not fitted.

Fail 4 Aug 2017 64,155 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear brake efficiancy poor but acceptable.

Rear shock absorber lower mounting has been modified.

Rear stop light not fitted.

Pass 22 Apr 2016 63,495 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified swingarm and rear suspension (6.1.1b)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2016 63,495 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified swingarm and rear suspension (6.1.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 61,344 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 61,344 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 47,935 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 47,935 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 45,304 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 45,092 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 44,151 miles

Front tyre showing slight cracking inbetween treads..

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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SBA 239X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Brown with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SBA 239X, 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 SBA 239X registered?

SBA 239X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is SBA 239X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBA 239X shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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