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THG 968V

1979 Honda Cx 500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,307 mi
Last recorded41,307 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda Cx 50038,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHG 968V
MakeHonda
ModelCx 500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 41,307 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 41,307 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear advise repositioning rear brake rod and lever

Pass 6 Aug 2011 41,079 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2010 40,128 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 40,128 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 38,672 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2008 36,887 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 32,671 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 28,446 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cx 500?

Based on 887 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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THG 968V is a 1979 Honda Cx 500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 Honda Cx 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 38,844 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 Cx 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying THG 968V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cx 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Honda Cx 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was THG 968V registered?

THG 968V is a 1979 Honda Cx 500, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is THG 968V safe to buy?

The MOT history for THG 968V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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