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GDE 17W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,102 mi
Last recorded11,102 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDE 17W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 11,102 miles

BOTH PROP SHAFT KNUCKLE JOINTS WORN/LOOSE

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRAME CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 11,099 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake performance not tested BRAKES SEIZED (1.2.1 (g))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released HAND CONTROLS (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRAME CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

PROP SHAFT LOOSE BOTH ENDS

Pass 15 Jul 2019 11,073 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 10,839 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 10,654 miles

slight play in head stock bearings

Pass 24 Jun 2016 10,387 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 10,065 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 9,662 miles

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 9,662 miles

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Pass 14 Jun 2013 9,359 miles

play in propshaft spline

Fail 14 Jun 2013 9,359 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

play in propshaft spline

Pass 6 Jul 2012 9,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 9,023 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 8,930 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 16 Jun 2011 8,100 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 8,071 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 May 2010 6,503 miles

Nearside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 May 2010 6,503 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 4,909 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 1,904 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 963 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 904 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 1,499 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 1,464 miles

Nearside Rear Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GDE 17W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GDE 17W, 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 GDE 17W registered?

GDE 17W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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