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NOD 222W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

44,013 mi
Last recorded44,013 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOD 222W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 44,013 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 44,005 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 44,005 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 43,712 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 43,712 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 43,363 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 43,210 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 43,016 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 42,853 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 42,853 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 42,845 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 42,845 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 42,827 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 42,472 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 42,472 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 May 2012 40,269 miles

front brake lever travel alittle long.

Fail 23 May 2012 40,269 miles

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

front brake lever travel alittle long.

Pass 16 May 2008 62,329 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 61,268 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 59,681 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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NOD 222W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NOD 222W, 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 NOD 222W registered?

NOD 222W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 2 January 1981.

Is NOD 222W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOD 222W shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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