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XGU 835S

1978 Honda CB500T

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

19,318 mi
Last recorded19,318 miles
Recorded on6 May 2006
Typical for 1978 Honda CB500T19,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGU 835S
MakeHonda
ModelCB500T
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 May 2006 19,318 miles

Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB500T?

Based on 559 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
170
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake 4
Drive chain excessively loose 4
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XGU 835S is a 1978 Honda CB500T in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB500T models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 19,964 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 CB500T fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XGU 835S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500T typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB500T is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XGU 835S?

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What year was XGU 835S registered?

XGU 835S is a 1978 Honda CB500T, first registered on 2 May 1978.

Is XGU 835S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGU 835S shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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