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ONB 173W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,460 mi
Last recorded49,460 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONB 173W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 49,460 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm slightly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 49,139 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 47,869 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all joints at collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 47,838 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer broken at joint with collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all joints at collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 43,498 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swinging arm. (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 41,708 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 41,677 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 39,657 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 36,177 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 36,072 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 35,917 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 35,616 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 35,091 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 34,515 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 33,959 miles

Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 33,210 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 32,627 miles

Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

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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ONB 173W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ONB 173W, 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 ONB 173W registered?

ONB 173W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is ONB 173W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONB 173W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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