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BGE 71S

1978 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,222 mi
Last recorded13,222 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGE 71S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2014 13,222 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 12,646 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 12,035 miles

Front Tyre Wall Cracked

Rear Tyre Wall Cracked

Pass 17 Mar 2011 11,446 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 10,557 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 9 May 2008 10,472 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 10,254 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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BGE 71S is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BGE 71S, 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 BGE 71S?

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What year was BGE 71S registered?

BGE 71S is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 25 July 1978.

Is BGE 71S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGE 71S shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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