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TWF 281Y

1982 Honda CX500

Silver Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,967 mi
Last recorded61,967 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWF 281Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 61,967 miles

Front head bearing slight stiffness on full lock

Fail 19 Jan 2016 61,967 miles

Brake pedal fouling on other parts of the vehicle (3.3.A.4)

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.9)

Offside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired brake pedal mount (3.3.A.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake reservoir slight oil but no leak

Front brake slight brake judder

Pass 24 Mar 2014 61,634 miles

advise attention to brakes due to age

Pass 9 Jul 2012 61,529 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 61,422 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 61,259 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 61,250 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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TWF 281Y is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Silver with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,944 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 TWF 281Y, 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 44 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 TWF 281Y registered?

TWF 281Y is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 10 November 1982.

Is TWF 281Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWF 281Y shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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