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HOE 234W

1981 Honda CX500

Green Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,243 mi
Last recorded49,243 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOE 234W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2009 49,243 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 May 2009 47,582 miles

frount brake lines are tight

slight coolant leak

Fail 15 Jan 2009 47,563 miles

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 46,558 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 45,427 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2006 45,395 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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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HOE 234W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Green with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 HOE 234W, 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 HOE 234W registered?

HOE 234W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 12 March 1981.

Is HOE 234W safe to buy?

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