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KCP 147W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,739 mi
Last recorded48,739 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCP 147W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 48,739 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 48,142 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 48,142 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 47,220 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 45,693 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 45,219 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 44,938 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 44,161 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 42,851 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 39,661 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 39,499 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Sidecar attachment has slight play (5.1.A.1)

Sidecar wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2007 39,499 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Sidecar attachment has slight play (5.1.A.1)

Sidecar wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 39,169 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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KCP 147W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KCP 147W, 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 KCP 147W registered?

KCP 147W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is KCP 147W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCP 147W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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