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A747 FFP

1983 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,583 mi
Last recorded44,583 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA747 FFP
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 44,583 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 44,582 miles

Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rising rate linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases gasket in head (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 44,367 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 44,367 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 42,618 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 39,955 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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A747 FFP is a 1983 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A747 FFP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A747 FFP registered?

A747 FFP is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 6 December 1983.

Is A747 FFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A747 FFP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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