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JYK 961W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,693 mi
Last recorded52,693 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYK 961W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 May 2023 52,693 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 May 2021 50,835 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 49,268 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 47,200 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 46,759 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 46,391 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 42,262 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 41,589 miles

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

Centre Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside rear footpeg starting to slope down

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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JYK 961W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JYK 961W, 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 JYK 961W?

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What year was JYK 961W registered?

JYK 961W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JYK 961W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYK 961W shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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