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SRK 817W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,579 mi
Last recorded22,579 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
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

RegistrationSRK 817W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2021 22,579 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 22,570 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 22,496 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 22,287 miles

head bearings very slightly localised

Pass 4 Oct 2012 22,264 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 22,134 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 22,049 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 21,925 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 21,764 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 21,422 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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SRK 817W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SRK 817W, 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 SRK 817W?

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What year was SRK 817W registered?

SRK 817W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 18 May 1981.

Is SRK 817W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRK 817W shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SRK 817W have outstanding finance?

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