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HOV 8W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,418 mi
Last recorded44,418 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOV 8W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 44,418 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 43,322 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

drive shaft rubber boot insecure

front fairing/visor deteriorated

Pass 14 Sep 2015 43,247 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion minor oil weep from both seals (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 41,818 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 38,796 miles

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

front tyre cracking on walls

Pass 28 Jul 2012 37,895 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 37,895 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 37,771 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 34,251 miles

suspect rear tyre fitment incorrect

Pass 23 Jan 2009 32,646 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 32,259 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 31,307 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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HOV 8W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HOV 8W, 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 HOV 8W registered?

HOV 8W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 17 February 1981.

Is HOV 8W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOV 8W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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