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KTA 894V

1997 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,382 mi
Last recorded39,382 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CX50032,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTA 894V
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2015 39,382 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 39,366 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 37,973 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 37,973 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 37,140 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 36,620 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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KTA 894V is a 1997 Honda CX500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 32,781 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 KTA 894V, 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 29 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KTA 894V registered?

KTA 894V is a 1997 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is KTA 894V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTA 894V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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