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NWA 541X

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,942 mi
Last recorded32,942 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWA 541X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2024 32,942 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 32,837 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 31,076 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 27,883 miles

steering head bearing slightly tight

Pass 28 Sep 2006 25,453 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2005 24,138 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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NWA 541X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 NWA 541X, 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 NWA 541X registered?

NWA 541X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is NWA 541X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWA 541X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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