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A48 KBJ

1984 Honda CX500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

48,043 mi
Last recorded48,043 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2011
Typical for 1984 Honda CX50039,634 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA48 KBJ
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2011 48,043 miles

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2005 43,727 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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A48 KBJ is a 1984 Honda CX500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 39,634 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 A48 KBJ, 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 42 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 A48 KBJ registered?

A48 KBJ is a 1984 Honda CX500, first registered on 29 May 1984.

Is A48 KBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A48 KBJ 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.

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