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LJX 776W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,233 mi
Last recorded32,233 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJX 776W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 32,233 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 32,095 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 31,369 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 30,208 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2014 30,199 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 29,744 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2013 29,703 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 28,999 miles

Offside Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

main stand spring weak

Fail 6 Oct 2012 28,999 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

main stand spring weak

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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LJX 776W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LJX 776W, 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 LJX 776W registered?

LJX 776W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 23 March 1981.

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