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JAW 232V

1980 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,504 mi
Last recorded67,504 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda CX50039,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAW 232V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 67,504 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 67,031 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 66,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no front mudguard fitted at time of test

Fail 14 Jul 2017 66,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no front mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Jun 2016 65,523 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 64,605 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

rear tyre cracking between tread and sidewalls

Pass 21 Jul 2014 63,274 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 60,553 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 60,553 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 58,644 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 58,644 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 56,664 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 56,067 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 54,446 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 53,088 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 53,088 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 51,099 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 48,692 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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JAW 232V is a 1980 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 39,685 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 JAW 232V, 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 46 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 JAW 232V registered?

JAW 232V is a 1980 Honda CX500, first registered on 7 July 1980.

Is JAW 232V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAW 232V shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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