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LJX 800W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,908 mi
Last recorded12,908 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJX 800W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 12,908 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 12,908 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 12,757 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 12,633 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 12,633 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 12,319 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 11,894 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 11,118 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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LJX 800W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 800W, 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 800W registered?

LJX 800W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is LJX 800W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJX 800W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJX 800W have outstanding finance?

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