MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,130 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda CX500?
Based on 20,820 MOT tests across 3,408 vehicles.
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DOW 418W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 DOW 418W, 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.
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What year was DOW 418W registered?
DOW 418W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 30 January 1981.
Is DOW 418W safe to buy?
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