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DGH 743X

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,968 mi
Last recorded40,968 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGH 743X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 40,968 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 40,196 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 40,025 miles

Front Tyre slightly perished

Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 10 Mar 2015 39,652 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 39,302 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 39,232 miles

Long travel front brake lever

Fail 8 Jul 2008 39,232 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Long travel front brake lever

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

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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DGH 743X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DGH 743X, 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

How do I check the history of DGH 743X?

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What year was DGH 743X registered?

DGH 743X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 7 December 1981.

Is DGH 743X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGH 743X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DGH 743X have outstanding finance?

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