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NAU 191W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,436 mi
Last recorded47,436 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2024
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAU 191W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2024 47,436 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 44,654 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 48,967 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2022 48,960 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering swinging arm around upper brake torque arm (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 45,751 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 41,254 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 37,918 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 34,929 miles

1 of 2 rear lamp bulbs not working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Jan 2018 34,929 miles

1 of 2 rear lamp bulbs not working

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 31,493 miles

1 of 2 stop lamp bulbs not working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 28,421 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 24,879 miles

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

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

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 21 Jan 2014 21,511 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 19,285 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 18,903 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 18,464 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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NAU 191W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 NAU 191W, 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 NAU 191W registered?

NAU 191W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is NAU 191W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAU 191W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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