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YFM 310W

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,044 mi
Last recorded5,044 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFM 310W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 5,044 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 4,853 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 4,130 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014
Fail 1 Jul 2014

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 27 Jan 2011 63,191 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 61,551 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 61,551 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 61,049 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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YFM 310W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YFM 310W, 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

How do I check the history of YFM 310W?

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What year was YFM 310W registered?

YFM 310W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is YFM 310W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFM 310W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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