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NRR 590W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,046 mi
Last recorded78,046 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRR 590W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 78,046 miles

Front slight oil leak from front of engine

Fail 7 Aug 2020 78,046 miles

Front slight oil leak from front of engine

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 77,563 miles

Front oil leak from front of engine

Fail 7 Aug 2019 77,563 miles

Front oil leak from front of engine

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle cable was too tight and the rpm went up on right hand lock. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2016 77,483 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 76,707 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 75,895 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 75,135 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 74,517 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 73,914 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 72,802 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 71,402 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 70,831 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 69,152 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 69,152 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 66,691 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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NRR 590W 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 81.3%.

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 NRR 590W, 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 NRR 590W registered?

NRR 590W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 10 March 1981.

Is NRR 590W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRR 590W shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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