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GHG 327W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

40,074 mi
Last recorded40,074 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHG 327W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 40,074 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 6 May 2017 39,754 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 7 Mar 2012 39,717 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Outer Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

N/S handle bar grip loose.

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

Fail 15 Feb 2012 39,711 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 37,710 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 36,191 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 36,191 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2009 36,605 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 36,605 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 34,038 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 32,953 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 32,953 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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GHG 327W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GHG 327W, 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.

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What year was GHG 327W registered?

GHG 327W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is GHG 327W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHG 327W shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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