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URF 465X

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,458 mi
Last recorded22,458 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURF 465X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 May 2011 22,458 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Offside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2011 22,458 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 21,028 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Nov 2009 21,028 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2007 20,532 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 20,515 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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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URF 465X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 URF 465X, 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 URF 465X registered?

URF 465X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is URF 465X safe to buy?

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