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RVC 368W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,498 mi
Last recorded26,498 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVC 368W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 26,498 miles

Nearside Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 May 2019 26,472 miles

Central Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective TO BRIGHT (4.2.1 (b))

Nearside Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 26,044 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 25,562 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 24,861 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 24,581 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 24,367 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 24,367 miles

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2013 24,083 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 23,256 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 22,518 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 May 2010 21,897 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 21,896 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2009 21,078 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 20,707 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 20,586 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 May 2006 19,993 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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RVC 368W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RVC 368W, 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.

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What year was RVC 368W registered?

RVC 368W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is RVC 368W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVC 368W shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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