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FDE 3W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,034 mi
Last recorded42,034 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDE 3W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 42,034 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 41,697 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 40,700 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 39,962 miles

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 39,922 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 39,534 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 38,323 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 38,323 miles

Centre Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 May 2008 36,232 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 35,993 miles

rear brake drum requires de-dusting to prevent squealing ,due to dust build up.advisory only

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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FDE 3W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FDE 3W, 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 FDE 3W?

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What year was FDE 3W registered?

FDE 3W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is FDE 3W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDE 3W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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