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COJ 62V

1979 Honda Cx 500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,353 mi
Last recorded48,353 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Honda Cx 50038,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOJ 62V
MakeHonda
ModelCx 500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 48,353 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 48,347 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 48,136 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 47,685 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 47,186 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 46,853 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2009 46,853 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 46,409 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 46,398 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2007 46,394 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Cx 500?

Based on 887 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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COJ 62V is a 1979 Honda Cx 500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Honda Cx 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 38,844 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 Cx 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying COJ 62V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cx 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Honda Cx 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was COJ 62V registered?

COJ 62V is a 1979 Honda Cx 500, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is COJ 62V safe to buy?

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