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AUE 793S

1978 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,476 mi
Last recorded35,476 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2009
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUE 793S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2009 35,476 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 34,969 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 34,969 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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AUE 793S is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Black with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AUE 793S, 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

How do I check the history of AUE 793S?

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What year was AUE 793S registered?

AUE 793S is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 24 May 1978.

Is AUE 793S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUE 793S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AUE 793S have outstanding finance?

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