MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,370 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess Fuel tap pipe perished (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
flasher arm switch plastic cover missing
rear mudguard missing
Central Front Steering linkage locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))
Rear Brake lever pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
flasher arm switch plastic cover missing
rear mudguard missing
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
near side front break caliper noisy (metal touching)
How Reliable is the Honda CX500?
Based on 20,820 MOT tests across 3,408 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PKL 51W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 PKL 51W, 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.
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What year was PKL 51W registered?
PKL 51W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 March 1981.
Is PKL 51W safe to buy?
The MOT history for PKL 51W 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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