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YTL 853X

1981 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,934 mi
Last recorded42,934 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTL 853X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 42,934 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 42,666 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2019 42,666 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 42,090 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 41,993 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 41,445 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 41,350 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 41,331 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 41,095 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 69,503 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front tyre haas slight perishing

Pass 20 Mar 2010 69,034 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 67,459 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 67,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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YTL 853X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YTL 853X, 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 YTL 853X?

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What year was YTL 853X registered?

YTL 853X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 24 August 1981.

Is YTL 853X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTL 853X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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