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LWO 809X

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,649 mi
Last recorded37,649 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWO 809X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2014 37,649 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 37,649 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 36,232 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 35,046 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 33,859 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 33,859 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 32,683 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 29,768 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 27,908 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 27,828 miles

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

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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LWO 809X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LWO 809X, 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 LWO 809X?

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What year was LWO 809X registered?

LWO 809X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 13 October 1981.

Is LWO 809X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWO 809X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWO 809X have outstanding finance?

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