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OPS 141W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,855 mi
Last recorded17,855 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPS 141W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 17,855 miles

front brake gripping slightly

Pass 24 Mar 2015 17,824 miles

slight bind on front brake

Pass 2 Apr 2014 17,787 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 17,753 miles

front brake slight bind

front tyre perished

Fail 16 Apr 2013 17,751 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

front brake slight bind

front tyre perished

Pass 9 Apr 2011 17,741 miles

front brake gripping slightly

Pass 26 Apr 2010 17,673 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake gripping slightly

Pass 25 Apr 2009 17,628 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 17,147 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 17,128 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake control slightly spongey

Pass 24 Apr 2006 16,853 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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OPS 141W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OPS 141W, 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

How do I check the history of OPS 141W?

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What year was OPS 141W registered?

OPS 141W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is OPS 141W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPS 141W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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