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MTY 217X

1982 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,616 mi
Last recorded68,616 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTY 217X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 68,616 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 68,374 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 68,374 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded lower engine mount (6.1.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 67,111 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 67,111 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded at foot rest (6.1.1a)

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

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 65,284 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 65,284 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 63,334 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 61,075 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 58,361 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 58,320 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2011 55,782 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 52,996 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 49,854 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 44,978 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 41,770 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 38,975 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 38,430 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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MTY 217X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1982 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,944 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 MTY 217X, 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 44 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MTY 217X registered?

MTY 217X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is MTY 217X safe to buy?

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