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YRP 385W

1981 Honda CX500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

1,917 mi
Last recorded1,917 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 385W
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 1,917 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 2,305 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 1,329 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017
Fail 14 Jul 2017

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 15 Jul 2016
Pass 15 Jul 2015 23,042 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 21,795 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 21,793 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 21,458 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 21,458 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 19,820 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 18,525 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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YRP 385W is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YRP 385W, 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 YRP 385W?

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What year was YRP 385W registered?

YRP 385W is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is YRP 385W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 385W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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