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LCW 518W

1989 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,023 mi
Last recorded59,023 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1989 Honda CX50057,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCW 518W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 59,023 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 58,986 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 58,943 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 58,943 miles

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 58,906 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 58,866 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 58,792 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 58,685 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 58,685 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 May 2014 58,546 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 58,384 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 58,285 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 58,121 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 57,879 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 57,879 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 57,744 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 57,744 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 57,578 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 57,208 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 56,856 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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LCW 518W is a 1989 Honda CX500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 57,879 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 LCW 518W, 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 37 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LCW 518W registered?

LCW 518W is a 1989 Honda CX500, first registered on 19 September 1989.

Is LCW 518W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCW 518W shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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