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WDL 950T

1978 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

47,881 mi
Last recorded47,881 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDL 950T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 47,881 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 45,091 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 40,773 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 29 May 2012 39,492 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 39,492 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2010 35,311 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 34,736 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 34,736 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 34,730 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 34,730 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

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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WDL 950T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 WDL 950T, 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

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What year was WDL 950T registered?

WDL 950T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is WDL 950T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDL 950T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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