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GFB 952W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,464 mi
Last recorded22,464 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 952W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 22,464 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 22,457 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2016 22,452 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 22,405 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 22,405 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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GFB 952W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GFB 952W, 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 GFB 952W?

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What year was GFB 952W registered?

GFB 952W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is GFB 952W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFB 952W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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