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CUC 557V

1980 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,999 mi
Last recorded9,999 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2009
Typical for 1980 Honda CX50039,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUC 557V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2009 9,999 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2008 1 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 1 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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CUC 557V is a 1980 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 39,685 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 CUC 557V, 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 46 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 CUC 557V?

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What year was CUC 557V registered?

CUC 557V is a 1980 Honda CX500, first registered on 6 May 1980.

Is CUC 557V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUC 557V shows 3 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 CUC 557V have outstanding finance?

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