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CUY 611W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

84,734 mi
Last recorded84,734 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUY 611W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 84,734 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 84,229 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 83,058 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 81,789 miles

CLUTCH DRAGING

ONLY 1 STOP LIGHT BULB OPPERATING

Pass 24 Mar 2014 80,546 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 80,546 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 79,213 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 77,901 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 75,838 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 74,332 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 72,706 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 72,706 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 70,844 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 70,844 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 68,809 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 68,809 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 666,912 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 66,691 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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CUY 611W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1981 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 38,105 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 CUY 611W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CUY 611W registered?

CUY 611W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 21 March 1981.

Is CUY 611W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUY 611W shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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