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ATA 46T

1978 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,608 mi
Last recorded28,608 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATA 46T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 28,608 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 27,551 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 27,085 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 26,638 miles

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

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear tyre perished in walls.

Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,245 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 25,893 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 25,444 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front and rear tyres perished

Lower motorcycle frame coroded

Pass 10 May 2010 25,013 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 May 2009 24,061 miles

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

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 23,191 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2008 23,181 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2007 22,152 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 10 May 2006 20,990 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 8 May 2006 20,906 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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ATA 46T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 ATA 46T, 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 ATA 46T registered?

ATA 46T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 22 August 1978.

Is ATA 46T safe to buy?

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