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EFW 178T

1978 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

48,743 mi
Last recorded48,743 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 1978 Honda CX50035,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFW 178T
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 48,743 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 48,678 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 48,306 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 48,295 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 47,788 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 47,777 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 47,330 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2016 47,330 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 47,130 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 46,610 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 46,610 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 46,580 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 45,938 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 45,213 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 44,327 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 44,327 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2008 43,695 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Feb 2008 43,695 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Oct 2006 42,260 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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EFW 178T is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 EFW 178T, 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 EFW 178T?

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What year was EFW 178T registered?

EFW 178T is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 2 November 1978.

Is EFW 178T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFW 178T shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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