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FOT 270X

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

217 mi
Last recorded217 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOT 270X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2020 217 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 28,331 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 28,331 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Sep 2016 28,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 Sep 2016 28,325 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Jan 2013 28,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 28,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 28,205 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 26,812 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 24,153 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 24,020 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 28 Apr 2009 22,001 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 21,933 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 21,933 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 May 2006 21,766 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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FOT 270X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FOT 270X, 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 FOT 270X registered?

FOT 270X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is FOT 270X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOT 270X shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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