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SOY 873W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,555 mi
Last recorded23,555 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2013
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOY 873W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2013 23,555 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 19,680 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 17,923 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 16,341 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 14,918 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 14,908 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005
Fail 23 Nov 2005 14,484 miles

Nearside Front Upper 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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SOY 873W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SOY 873W, 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 SOY 873W?

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What year was SOY 873W registered?

SOY 873W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is SOY 873W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOY 873W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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