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NRJ 161W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,360 mi
Last recorded47,360 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRJ 161W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2021 47,360 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2015 44,340 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 35,361 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 35,212 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 35,212 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 34,854 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 34,681 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 34,681 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 32,639 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 32,615 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2006 27,972 miles

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

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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NRJ 161W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 NRJ 161W, 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 NRJ 161W registered?

NRJ 161W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is NRJ 161W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRJ 161W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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