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CVG 690T

1978 Honda CX500

Grey Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,612 mi
Last recorded23,612 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVG 690T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 23,612 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 23,348 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 23,158 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 22,883 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 22,102 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front mudguard missing

Pass 28 May 2015 22,102 miles

front mudguard missing

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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CVG 690T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Grey with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CVG 690T, 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 CVG 690T?

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What year was CVG 690T registered?

CVG 690T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is CVG 690T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVG 690T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CVG 690T have outstanding finance?

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