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AYS 809S

1978 Honda CX500

Purple Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,307 mi
Last recorded53,307 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2008
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYS 809S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2008 53,307 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 53,207 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 53,207 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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AYS 809S is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Purple with a 496cc 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 AYS 809S, 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 AYS 809S registered?

AYS 809S is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 13 April 1978.

Is AYS 809S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYS 809S 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 AYS 809S have outstanding finance?

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