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AFS 656W

1981 Honda Cx 500

White Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,810 mi
Last recorded1,810 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda Cx 50022,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFS 656W
MakeHonda
ModelCx 500
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 1,810 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 1,773 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 1,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 1,276 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 1,083 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 674 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 2 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 38,512 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cx 500?

Based on 887 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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AFS 656W is a 1981 Honda Cx 500 in White with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Honda Cx 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 22,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cx 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFS 656W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cx 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda Cx 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFS 656W registered?

AFS 656W is a 1981 Honda Cx 500, first registered on 10 March 1981.

Is AFS 656W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFS 656W shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFS 656W have outstanding finance?

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