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RFX 108W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,424 mi
Last recorded29,424 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
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

RegistrationRFX 108W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 29,424 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 27,603 miles

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

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

long rear foot brake travel

Pass 27 May 2014 27,182 miles

seat slightly loose

Fail 22 May 2014 27,181 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Decelerometer brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.E1b)

seat slightly loose

Pass 1 Mar 2013 26,716 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 26,663 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 24,070 miles

hand grips worn

slight bind on front brake

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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RFX 108W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RFX 108W, 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 RFX 108W?

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What year was RFX 108W registered?

RFX 108W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RFX 108W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFX 108W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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