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HTY 423W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,720 mi
Last recorded48,720 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTY 423W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 48,720 miles

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear chassis has some light corrosion but not to excess

Rear rear shocks have some corrosion but not to excess

Pass 29 Aug 2020 48,243 miles

Front front calipars have some corrosion but not to excess

Rear some light corrosion round shaft but not to excess

Pass 28 Aug 2019 45,540 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2019 45,540 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

coolant bottle has slight crack

Pass 5 Sep 2018 44,474 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 44,427 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 44,327 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 44,327 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 43,988 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 39,201 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 35,124 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 31,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2011 31,319 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 27,000 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 24,637 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 23,692 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 22,731 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 21,996 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 21,996 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 21,274 miles

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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HTY 423W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HTY 423W, 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 HTY 423W registered?

HTY 423W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is HTY 423W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTY 423W shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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