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LWF 418W

1981 Honda CX500

Green Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

47,273 mi
Last recorded47,273 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWF 418W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 47,273 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 47,273 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 45,095 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 43,608 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 41,640 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 39,538 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 38,012 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 36,251 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 33,898 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 33,898 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 32,613 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 31,329 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 29,719 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 27,410 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 27,407 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 25,094 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 23,951 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 22,689 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 20,811 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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LWF 418W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Green with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LWF 418W, 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

How do I check the history of LWF 418W?

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What year was LWF 418W registered?

LWF 418W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 13 May 1981.

Is LWF 418W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWF 418W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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