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APW 968S

1996 Honda CX500

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

25,477 mi
Last recorded25,477 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda CX50035,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPW 968S
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 25,477 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm rusting in center bracing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front wire loom open exposing wires at headstock area

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 24,183 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 24,183 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2017 22,841 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 22,830 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 22,830 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 22,802 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 22,466 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 22,466 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 43,017 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 41,734 miles

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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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APW 968S is a 1996 Honda CX500 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 35,777 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 APW 968S, 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 30 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APW 968S registered?

APW 968S is a 1996 Honda CX500, first registered on 16 August 1996.

Is APW 968S safe to buy?

The MOT history for APW 968S shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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