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EEO 283W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25 mi
Last recorded25 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEO 283W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2014 25 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 25 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 May 2013
Fail 20 May 2013

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 50,303 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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EEO 283W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 EEO 283W, 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 EEO 283W?

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What year was EEO 283W registered?

EEO 283W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is EEO 283W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEO 283W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EEO 283W have outstanding finance?

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