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EFS 157S

1978 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

44,508 mi
Last recorded44,508 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFS 157S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 44,508 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 44,234 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 44,012 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 43,020 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2013 41,844 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 41,844 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 41,568 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Lefthand and righthand rearfootrest mountings deteriorating.

Fail 21 Jun 2011 40,769 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 40,769 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 40,035 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Where pillion footrests fasten on.

Pass 23 Jun 2009 38,699 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 38,565 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 38,217 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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EFS 157S is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EFS 157S, 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 EFS 157S registered?

EFS 157S is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is EFS 157S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFS 157S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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