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BLO 30T

1978 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,468 mi
Last recorded32,468 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLO 30T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2014 32,468 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 32,468 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 31,966 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 31,966 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 28,852 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 28,852 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 26,021 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 26,021 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 23,842 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 23,842 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 21,341 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 19,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 19,300 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 16,994 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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BLO 30T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BLO 30T, 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 BLO 30T registered?

BLO 30T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 3 August 1978.

Is BLO 30T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLO 30T shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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