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HVH 483W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

784 mi
Last recorded784 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVH 483W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2021 784 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 784 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 783 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 775 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 762 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 758 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 725 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 723 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 723 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 716 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 605 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 589 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 559 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 548 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 332 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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HVH 483W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 HVH 483W, 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 HVH 483W registered?

HVH 483W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is HVH 483W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVH 483W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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