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OFA 340W

1980 Honda Cx 500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4 mi
Last recorded4 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda Cx 50049,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFA 340W
MakeHonda
ModelCx 500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 4 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 4 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 336 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 6 miles

Headlamp mask fitted

Fail 6 Jun 2016 2 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

clutch cable badly fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2010 51,836 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake soft.

Pass 2 Sep 2008 73,221 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 65,424 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 58,012 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cx 500?

Based on 887 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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OFA 340W is a 1980 Honda Cx 500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Honda Cx 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 49,896 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 Cx 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFA 340W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cx 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Honda Cx 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OFA 340W?

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What year was OFA 340W registered?

OFA 340W is a 1980 Honda Cx 500, first registered on 26 August 1980.

Is OFA 340W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFA 340W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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