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TOD 378X

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,545 mi
Last recorded52,545 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2010
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOD 378X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2010 52,545 miles

Headlamp pass flash does not work when operated

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Footrest slightly damaged

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 52,202 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 52,502 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 10 May 2006 52,437 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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TOD 378X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TOD 378X, 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 TOD 378X?

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What year was TOD 378X registered?

TOD 378X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is TOD 378X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOD 378X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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