2018 Honda CMX 500 A-X 0.5L Petrol · FH18 DSY
2018 Honda CMX 500 A-X (0.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 1,096 miles. MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CMX 500 A-X
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 1,096 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 0.5L
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- Common Faults
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FH18 DSY Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2026
- 1,096 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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FH18 DSY MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Honda Cmx 500 A-X (FH18 DSY) between June 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
FH18 DSY Mileage History
- 07/06/2022606 mi
- 05/02/2024613 mi+7 mi
- 17/04/2025904 mi+291 mi
- 14/04/20261,096 mi+192 mi
Average of roughly 127 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Our Verdict
The 2018 Honda CMX500 A-X in red present
Given the exceptionally low mileage recorded across the MOT history, it is worth asking the seller why the vehicle has covered so few miles in that time — storage conditions, usage patterns, and whether the bike has been regularly started and warmed through all affect long-term condition of seals, battery, fuel system and tyres. Inspect the tyres for age-related cracking or flat-spotting, as bikes left standing can suffer sidewall degradation even with tread remaining. Check the brake fluid (it is hygroscopic and should be changed regardless of mileage roughly every two years) and confirm the battery holds charge, as motorcycle batteries are a common failure point on low-use machines.
Ask to see any service or maintenance documentation the seller has, including the most recent oil change — even at low mileage, oil degrades over time and should be refreshed. Confirm the V5C details match the vehicle on display, and verify the frame and engine numbers against the registration document. Because no model-aggregate MOT data is available for the CMX500, check forums and owner groups for known issues with this generation, particularly around the clutch cable, throttle body balance and any early-life recalls affecting the 2018 model year.
The Honda CMX500 is widely regarded as an economical commuter motorcycle, typically returning in the region of 70-80 mpg under normal riding conditions, which translates to relatively low fuel costs for everyday use. Road tax for a 471cc motorcycle sits in a modest bracket, and insurance groupings for the CMX500 are generally favourable, placing it among the more affordable middleweights to insure. Servicing intervals are every 4,000 miles or annually, and a routine dealer or independent service is typically inexpensive due to the bike's straightforward design.
Annual maintenance for a low-mileage CMX500 should remain modest, primarily covering routine oil changes, brake pad checks, and chain or sprocket inspection depending on use. Tyres are likely to be the largest variable cost if the existing ones have aged out, as a pair of quality motorcycle tyres can run into the low hundreds of pounds fitted. Allowing for fuel, tax, insurance and a modest service budget, expect total annual running costs in the region of £600-£900 if the bike is used regularly.
Although the four MOT records on file all returned clean results, it is worth visually inspecting the items that an MOT tester would normally flag on a low-mileage bike. Check brake pads and discs for surface corrosion, as standing still in damp conditions leads to pitting that can be felt through the lever. Inspect all lighting and electrical items, and verify the horn, indicators and brake light function correctly, as these are common MOT failure points on older motorcycles regardless of mileage.
Examine the chain and sprockets for stiffness, rust or uneven wear, and confirm the chain has adequate tension and lubrication. Look closely at the fork seals for any weeping oil, as a leaking seal fails an MOT and is a relatively common issue on bikes that have spent long periods unused. Finally, check the tyres for the DOT date code on the sidewall — rubber degrades with age and tyres older than five years, even with legal tread, are a safety concern on a motorcycle.
This red Honda CMX500 A-X was first registered in June 2018 and has recorded just 1,096 miles across its most recent MOT test in April 2026, indicating very light usage over its eight-year life. Four MOT tests are on file, all resulting in passes with no defects or advisories recorded at any point. The 471cc parallel-twin platform is well established in the Honda line-up, though no model-specific aggregate reliability data has been provided for direct comparison.
No specific aggregate MOT reliability data has been provided for the Honda CMX500 A-X model, so a direct statistical reliability rating cannot be given. The CMX500 platform has generally been regarded positively by owners for its simple, low-stress engineering.
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