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XBU 850X

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,986 mi
Last recorded47,986 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2007
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBU 850X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2007 47,986 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 47,961 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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XBU 850X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 XBU 850X, 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

How do I check the history of XBU 850X?

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What year was XBU 850X registered?

XBU 850X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 16 July 1982.

Is XBU 850X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBU 850X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBU 850X have outstanding finance?

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