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CYT 887V

1980 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,263 mi
Last recorded59,263 miles
Recorded on21 May 2011
Typical for 1980 Honda CX50039,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYT 887V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2011 59,263 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 59,193 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 59,131 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 59,092 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 76,975 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2007 76,975 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 58,749 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 58,746 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

brake lever shortened

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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CYT 887V is a 1980 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 39,685 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 CYT 887V, 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 46 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 CYT 887V registered?

CYT 887V is a 1980 Honda CX500, first registered on 2 January 1980.

Is CYT 887V safe to buy?

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