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JOV 210W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,073 mi
Last recorded79,073 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOV 210W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 79,073 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Balance pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 78,815 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 78,743 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 78,665 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 78,294 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 78,218 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 76,693 miles

Offside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 May 2012 76,693 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 75,670 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 74,555 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 73,172 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 69,876 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 69,876 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 68,817 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 68,817 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 67,622 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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JOV 210W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JOV 210W, 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 JOV 210W registered?

JOV 210W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JOV 210W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOV 210W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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