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FAE 595W

1981 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,068 mi
Last recorded25,068 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAE 595W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 25,068 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 24,494 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 24,164 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2016 23,806 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 23,305 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 23,305 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2013 22,764 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 22,110 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 21,270 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 20,787 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 20,089 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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FAE 595W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FAE 595W, 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

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What year was FAE 595W registered?

FAE 595W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is FAE 595W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAE 595W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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