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SVO 303X

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

1,396 mi
Last recorded1,396 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVO 303X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 1,396 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 1,241 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 923 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 803 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 790 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle staying on when released (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 301 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 159 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 41,575 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2016 41,575 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,707 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 40,698 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

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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SVO 303X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SVO 303X, 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 SVO 303X registered?

SVO 303X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 19 February 1982.

Is SVO 303X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVO 303X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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