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TDK 497S

1996 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,210 mi
Last recorded46,210 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda CX50035,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDK 497S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2012 46,210 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 46,198 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 21,748 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 21,606 miles

main beam telltale not working

Pass 19 Sep 2008 21,479 miles

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

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

amber marker lights fitted to front

clutch stiff

seat ripped

Pass 1 Aug 2007 21,217 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 20,961 miles

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

amber cruise lights fitted

non obligatory rear lamp not working

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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TDK 497S is a 1996 Honda CX500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 35,777 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 TDK 497S, 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 30 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TDK 497S registered?

TDK 497S is a 1996 Honda CX500, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is TDK 497S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDK 497S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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