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DHS 387T

1978 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,190 mi
Last recorded13,190 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
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

RegistrationDHS 387T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 13,190 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 12,937 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 12,645 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 11,166 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 11,166 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 9,105 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 8,498 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 8,300 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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DHS 387T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DHS 387T, 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 DHS 387T?

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What year was DHS 387T registered?

DHS 387T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 14 November 1978.

Is DHS 387T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHS 387T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHS 387T have outstanding finance?

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