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NHL 830X

1981 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,511 mi
Last recorded39,511 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHL 830X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 39,511 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 39,075 miles

Front mudguard missing.

Pass 30 Jun 2017 39,053 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 39,053 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 38,784 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,188 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 36,419 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 34,359 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 32,070 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 29,499 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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NHL 830X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NHL 830X, 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 NHL 830X?

You can check the full history of NHL 830X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NHL 830X registered?

NHL 830X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 13 August 1981.

Is NHL 830X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHL 830X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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