MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
46,193 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)
Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
rear tyre has a misshaped spot in the center of the tread please keep an eye on it.
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)
How Reliable is the Honda GL500?
Based on 2,142 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A228 FVO is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
Across all 1983 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 39,122 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 GL500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A228 FVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda GL500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Honda GL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was A228 FVO registered?
A228 FVO is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 2 August 1983.
Is A228 FVO safe to buy?
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