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EFO 212W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,264 mi
Last recorded38,264 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFO 212W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2020 38,264 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 37,938 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 37,451 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 36,888 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 35,835 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 34,929 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 34,365 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 33,582 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 33,162 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 32,702 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 32,229 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 31,228 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 30,085 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 29,097 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 26,695 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 25,715 miles

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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EFO 212W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 EFO 212W, 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 EFO 212W?

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What year was EFO 212W registered?

EFO 212W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 19 January 1981.

Is EFO 212W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFO 212W shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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