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DFR 504W

1980 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,004 mi
Last recorded9,004 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2020
Typical for 1980 Honda CX50039,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFR 504W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2020 9,004 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 8,894 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 8,605 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 8,253 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 8,011 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 7,698 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 7,692 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 7,175 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 7,171 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 6,275 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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DFR 504W is a 1980 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DFR 504W, 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

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What year was DFR 504W registered?

DFR 504W is a 1980 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is DFR 504W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFR 504W shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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