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TAO 122S

1978 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,162 mi
Last recorded37,162 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2010
Typical for 1978 Honda CB50020,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAO 122S
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2010 37,162 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 37,151 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 21 May 2008 37,069 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 36,893 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 36,020 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 36,016 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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TAO 122S is a 1978 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAO 122S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAO 122S?

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What year was TAO 122S registered?

TAO 122S is a 1978 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is TAO 122S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAO 122S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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