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YWC 888X

1981 Honda CX500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

67,911 mi
Last recorded67,911 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWC 888X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 67,911 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 67,800 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 67,192 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 67,008 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 65,566 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 64,569 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 63,768 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 62,616 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 62,616 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 61,625 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 60,572 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 59,934 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 58,841 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 57,855 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 57,521 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 56,703 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2005 55,942 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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YWC 888X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YWC 888X, 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

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What year was YWC 888X registered?

YWC 888X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 6 October 1981.

Is YWC 888X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWC 888X shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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