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DMA 98X

1981 Honda CX500

Gold Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,554 mi
Last recorded26,554 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
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

RegistrationDMA 98X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 26,554 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 26,554 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2019 26,554 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 41,466 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 40,547 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 40,530 miles

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

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

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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DMA 98X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Gold with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DMA 98X, 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 DMA 98X?

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What year was DMA 98X registered?

DMA 98X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 14 September 1981.

Is DMA 98X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMA 98X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DMA 98X have outstanding finance?

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