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BYA 717X

1981 Honda CX500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,156 mi
Last recorded35,156 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1981 Honda CX50038,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYA 717X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 35,156 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front fork stanchions are pitted (2.3.1)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 35,076 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front fork stanchions are pitted (2.3.1)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2017 35,069 miles

Brake locking device missing rear brake torque arm is missing a spacing washer and split pin (3.2.A1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Brake hose leaking fluid front brake hose is leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front fork stanchions are pitted (2.3.1)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. rear swinging arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 348,369 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 34,621 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 34,621 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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BYA 717X is a 1981 Honda CX500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BYA 717X, 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 BYA 717X registered?

BYA 717X is a 1981 Honda CX500, first registered on 7 December 1981.

Is BYA 717X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYA 717X shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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