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TVK 70S

1978 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,293 mi
Last recorded32,293 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2010
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

RegistrationTVK 70S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2010 32,293 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 32,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 31,210 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 30,104 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 30,104 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 27,328 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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TVK 70S is a 1978 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TVK 70S, 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 TVK 70S?

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What year was TVK 70S registered?

TVK 70S is a 1978 Honda CX500, first registered on 19 June 1978.

Is TVK 70S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVK 70S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVK 70S have outstanding finance?

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