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PWD 158W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2024
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

50,876 mi
Last recorded50,876 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWD 158W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 50,876 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 50,631 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 50,600 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 50,600 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 50,434 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 50,434 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 50,352 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 50,202 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 50,167 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 50,165 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated Centre collector. (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Centre collector. (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 50,093 miles

Exhaust collector corroding.

Pass 25 Sep 2015 49,970 miles

Exhaust collector box corroding.

Rear of frame rusting.

Fail 16 Sep 2015 49,969 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust collector box corroding.

Rear of frame rusting.

Pass 22 Sep 2014 49,830 miles

centre exhaust collect corroding.

centre stand rusty.

Pass 17 Sep 2013 49,598 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 49,039 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 48,723 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 48,428 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 48,428 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 48,196 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 47,584 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 47,314 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 46,476 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 39,949 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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PWD 158W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PWD 158W, 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 PWD 158W?

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What year was PWD 158W registered?

PWD 158W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is PWD 158W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWD 158W shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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