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RNB 432W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,771 mi
Last recorded46,771 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNB 432W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 46,771 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 46,372 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 46,125 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 45,873 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 45,209 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 43,813 miles

radiator bolt missing o/s

Pass 20 Aug 2013 43,696 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 43,554 miles

radiator cowl bolt missing

Fail 14 Aug 2012 43,554 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

radiator cowl bolt missing

Pass 17 Sep 2010 42,866 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 42,446 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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RNB 432W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc 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 RNB 432W, 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 RNB 432W?

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What year was RNB 432W registered?

RNB 432W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is RNB 432W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNB 432W 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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