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WLR 403X

1982 Honda CX500

Purple Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,711 mi
Last recorded52,711 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLR 403X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 52,711 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 52,655 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 52,589 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2016 52,518 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2015 52,264 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2014 51,945 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Apr 2014 51,945 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 May 2013 51,367 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2013 51,367 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2008 50,741 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 50,735 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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WLR 403X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Purple with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WLR 403X, 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

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What year was WLR 403X registered?

WLR 403X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 2 February 1982.

Is WLR 403X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLR 403X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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