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KPY 464W

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

13 mi
Last recorded13 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPY 464W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 13 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 35,275 miles

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

front brake lever shortened

Pass 18 Jun 2018 35,244 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 35,244 miles

Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 34,652 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 34,652 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 34,198 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 33,583 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 31,607 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 26,317 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 25,875 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 25,260 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 25,255 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 24,177 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 24,177 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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KPY 464W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KPY 464W, 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 KPY 464W registered?

KPY 464W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 16 February 1981.

Is KPY 464W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPY 464W shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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