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SKS 477T

1978 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,131 mi
Last recorded31,131 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKS 477T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 31,131 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear indicators missing.

Fail 23 Jun 2018 31,127 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear indicators missing

Pass 15 Jun 2017 46,813 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4A1b(ii))

front tyre wearing low in places.

hi & lo light switch broken.

no rear indicators fitted at time of test.

Pass 19 May 2016 42,108 miles

Slight brake bind on front

Pass 27 May 2015 37,411 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

can not see front brake fluid level.

throttle does not return on its own.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 34,938 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

rear tyre looking low on tread .

slight oil leak .

Pass 6 Apr 2013 32,331 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2011 32,098 miles

handlebar grips

Pass 8 Apr 2010 31,904 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 31,904 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 31,149 miles

slight oilleak from gearbox

Pass 19 Apr 2008 29,551 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 28,994 miles

rear tyre sidewall starting to crack

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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SKS 477T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Blue 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 SKS 477T, 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 SKS 477T registered?

SKS 477T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is SKS 477T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKS 477T 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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