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TWR 105W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,687 mi
Last recorded43,687 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWR 105W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2020 43,687 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 43,469 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 42,699 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 42,283 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 41,764 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 40,900 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 39,945 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 39,945 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2012 39,043 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 39,043 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 38,238 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 36,719 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 34,523 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 32,306 miles

front brake lever has more travel than expected but not to the point of excess.

Pass 30 May 2007 30,276 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Offside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 29,008 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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TWR 105W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 TWR 105W, 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

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What year was TWR 105W registered?

TWR 105W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is TWR 105W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWR 105W shows 16 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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