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AYS 969S

1978 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,540 mi
Last recorded29,540 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYS 969S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 29,540 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 29,426 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 29,229 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 28,873 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 28,775 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 28,607 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 28,607 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 7 May 2015 28,195 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 19 May 2014 28,106 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 27,584 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 27,291 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 26,644 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 26,174 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 25,258 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 25,240 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 25,051 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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 969S 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 93.8%.

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 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 AYS 969S, 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 AYS 969S?

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What year was AYS 969S registered?

AYS 969S is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 11 April 1978.

Is AYS 969S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYS 969S shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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