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AAY 717T

1978 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

60,226 mi
Last recorded60,226 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAY 717T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 60,226 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 60,160 miles

Front Brake lever has little reserve travel.

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 60,144 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Brake lever has little reserve travel.

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

Pass 13 May 2016 60,024 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 May 2016 60,024 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 59,475 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 59,475 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 59,354 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 59,146 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 59,146 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 57,236 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 57,236 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 54,163 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 53,999 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 53,845 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 52,604 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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AAY 717T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1978 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 35,402 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 AAY 717T, 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 48 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 AAY 717T registered?

AAY 717T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 7 August 1978.

Is AAY 717T safe to buy?

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