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RPG 608X

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

283 mi
Last recorded283 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPG 608X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 283 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

no rear mudguard fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2018 231 miles

front mudguard missing

Pass 21 Apr 2017 10 miles

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 9 May 2015 47,251 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 46,986 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 46,449 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 46,011 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 17 May 2011 45,582 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 44,435 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 43,779 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 1 May 2008 43,091 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2007 42,686 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 42,673 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 23 May 2006 42,052 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 42,052 miles

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

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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RPG 608X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RPG 608X, 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

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What year was RPG 608X registered?

RPG 608X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 November 1981.

Is RPG 608X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPG 608X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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