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EMT 581V

1980 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,211 mi
Last recorded37,211 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2013
Typical for 1980 Honda CX50039,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMT 581V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2013 37,211 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 37,211 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 36,945 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 36,945 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 35,458 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 35,161 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 34,280 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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EMT 581V is a 1980 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EMT 581V, 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

How do I check the history of EMT 581V?

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What year was EMT 581V registered?

EMT 581V is a 1980 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is EMT 581V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMT 581V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EMT 581V have outstanding finance?

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