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ONE 998W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

90,891 mi
Last recorded90,891 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONE 998W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 90,891 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 90,740 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 87,740 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 80,844 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 75,723 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

o/s drivers foot rest worn

Pass 30 May 2017 70,396 miles

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

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

Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified repairs (6.1.1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

rear footpegs missing

Pass 2 Jun 2016 62,980 miles

frame showing signs of repair

Fail 2 Jun 2016 62,980 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride brake arm (6.2.1h)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

frame showing signs of repair

Pass 3 Jun 2015 15,266 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 18,414 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 10,878 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 30 May 2012 102,334 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 102,334 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 92,118 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 82,382 miles

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

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 72,734 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 64,475 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 57,431 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 52,212 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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ONE 998W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 ONE 998W, 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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ONE 998W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 January 1981.

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