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ANR 455T

1978 Honda CX500

Silver Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

51,088 mi
Last recorded51,088 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANR 455T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 51,088 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 50,999 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 50,953 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 50,901 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 48,405 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 4 Aug 2010 48,405 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 47,151 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 2 Jul 2009 47,135 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 45,711 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 45,018 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 44,986 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Front suspension spring worn and seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension spring worn and seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

head stem bearings are notchy

Pass 21 Jan 2006 44,896 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 44,896 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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ANR 455T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Silver with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 ANR 455T, 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 ANR 455T registered?

ANR 455T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 September 1978.

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