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Q35LEW

1988 Honda Cx 500

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,445 mi
Last recorded23,445 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ35LEW
MakeHonda
ModelCx 500
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 23,445 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 23,223 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 23,223 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 23,223 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2012 23,223 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Lower Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nail in front tyre

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cx 500?

Based on 887 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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Q35LEW is a 1988 Honda Cx 500 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Honda Cx 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q35LEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cx 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 38 years old, this Honda Cx 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q35LEW registered?

Q35LEW is a 1988 Honda Cx 500, first registered on 25 April 1988.

Is Q35LEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q35LEW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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