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YDU 855X

1982 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,866 mi
Last recorded25,866 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDU 855X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 25,866 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 25,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 25,803 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 25,162 miles

side wall on front has cracking

Pass 10 Apr 2015 24,963 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 24,666 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Fail 28 Feb 2013 24,666 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 1 Apr 2011 23,541 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 22,052 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 21,266 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 20,732 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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YDU 855X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YDU 855X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YDU 855X?

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What year was YDU 855X registered?

YDU 855X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 23 April 1982.

Is YDU 855X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDU 855X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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