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KDT 222W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,467 mi
Last recorded31,467 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDT 222W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 31,467 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 31,164 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 30,787 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 30,095 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 29,803 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 29,363 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 29,131 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 28,602 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 28,602 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 28,289 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 27,678 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 26,919 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 25,930 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 24,627 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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KDT 222W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KDT 222W, 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 KDT 222W?

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What year was KDT 222W registered?

KDT 222W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is KDT 222W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDT 222W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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