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OMY 348W

1981 Honda Cx

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

1,283 mi
Last recorded1,283 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 1981 Honda Cx36,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMY 348W
MakeHonda
ModelCx
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 1,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 1,027 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 1,027 miles

Brake rod insecure rear tie arm front fixing missing security device. (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Fuel system component leaking nearside carburettor leaking. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 812 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 551 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 18 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 32,005 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))

Pass 24 Apr 2012 31,981 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 28,911 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cx?

Based on 1,004 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
335
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Headlamp aim too low 6
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OMY 348W is a 1981 Honda Cx in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Honda Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 36,550 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OMY 348W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cx typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda Cx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OMY 348W registered?

OMY 348W is a 1981 Honda Cx, first registered on 17 June 1981.

Is OMY 348W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMY 348W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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