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MAW 805W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

55,529 mi
Last recorded55,529 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAW 805W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 55,529 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2017 55,529 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition retest exhaust - engine wouldnt run (7.1.2)

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

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s underinflated (4.1.2e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s underinflated (4.1.2e)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2016 53,532 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 53,529 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 53,021 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 53,021 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 52,215 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 51,368 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 51,368 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 51,002 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 49,853 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 79,480 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 48,210 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Apr 2009 48,205 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 48,145 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 48,145 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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MAW 805W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MAW 805W, 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.

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What year was MAW 805W registered?

MAW 805W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 March 1981.

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