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A649 HLT

1983 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,159 mi
Last recorded36,159 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA649 HLT
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 36,159 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 33,839 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 33,781 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

offside front indicator slightly damaged

Pass 16 Jun 2010 33,461 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 33,461 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 May 2009 32,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2009 32,325 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 May 2008 31,218 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 28,308 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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A649 HLT is a 1983 Honda CX500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 37,306 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 A649 HLT, 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 43 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A649 HLT registered?

A649 HLT is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 20 December 1983.

Is A649 HLT safe to buy?

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