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YVL 6X

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

50,760 mi
Last recorded50,760 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVL 6X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 50,760 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 50,584 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 50,447 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 49,857 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 49,487 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 49,226 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 48,710 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 48,709 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 48,345 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 47,586 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 47,038 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 47,026 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 41,902 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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YVL 6X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black 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 YVL 6X, 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 YVL 6X?

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What year was YVL 6X registered?

YVL 6X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is YVL 6X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVL 6X 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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