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ORR 63W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,788 mi
Last recorded34,788 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORR 63W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 34,788 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 34,731 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 34,379 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 33,562 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 32,672 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 30,482 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 30,482 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 29,837 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 29,689 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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ORR 63W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ORR 63W, 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 ORR 63W?

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What year was ORR 63W registered?

ORR 63W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 3 July 1981.

Is ORR 63W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORR 63W 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.

Does ORR 63W have outstanding finance?

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