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SWF 236Y

1982 Honda CX500

White Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,600 mi
Last recorded31,600 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2008
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWF 236Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2008 31,600 miles

rear brake starting to bind

Pass 24 Jul 2007 31,372 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 31,372 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2006 31,346 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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SWF 236Y is a 1982 Honda CX500 in White with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SWF 236Y, 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

How do I check the history of SWF 236Y?

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What year was SWF 236Y registered?

SWF 236Y is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is SWF 236Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWF 236Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWF 236Y have outstanding finance?

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