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A685 RGF

1983 Honda CX500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

66,574 mi
Last recorded66,574 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA685 RGF
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2023 66,574 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 66,058 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 65,263 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 65,263 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 64,239 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 May 2020 64,206 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 63,356 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 63,356 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 61,824 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 23 May 2017 60,958 miles

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 24 May 2016 60,182 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 59,307 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 59,307 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 58,006 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 56,640 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 55,180 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 54,435 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 54,435 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 53,854 miles

Footbrake pivot slight worn.

Fork seal dust covers swelling with corrosion

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2009 53,252 miles

Rear swinging arm slightly corroded.

Fail 15 May 2009 53,252 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front position lamp not working

Rear swinging arm slightly corroded.

Pass 9 May 2008 52,402 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 51,614 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 51,599 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 50,522 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

centre stand left hand leg has corroded

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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A685 RGF is a 1983 Honda CX500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 A685 RGF, 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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A685 RGF is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 30 August 1983.

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