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EKW 514V

1980 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,844 mi
Last recorded77,844 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Honda CX50039,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKW 514V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 77,844 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 77,679 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 76,311 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 74,251 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 74,244 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 74,240 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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EKW 514V is a 1980 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EKW 514V, 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 EKW 514V registered?

EKW 514V is a 1980 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is EKW 514V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKW 514V 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.

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