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VME 444S

1978 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,859 mi
Last recorded83,859 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVME 444S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2016 83,859 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 83,556 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 83,392 miles

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

sidecar mounts fitted

Pass 25 May 2012 82,911 miles

sidecar brackets fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2011 82,751 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 May 2010 82,318 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 82,090 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 81,843 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 81,500 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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VME 444S is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VME 444S, 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

How do I check the history of VME 444S?

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What year was VME 444S registered?

VME 444S is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 6 June 1978.

Is VME 444S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VME 444S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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