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VLW 500X

1981 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,370 mi
Last recorded4,370 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLW 500X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 4,370 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 3,963 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 3,194 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2018 3,191 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 2,348 miles

No number plate lamp

Pass 30 Aug 2016 1,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No number plate lamp fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2015 897 miles

Front Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2008 13,429 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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VLW 500X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VLW 500X, 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 VLW 500X?

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What year was VLW 500X registered?

VLW 500X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 24 October 1981.

Is VLW 500X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLW 500X shows 8 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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