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A23 YJH

1983 Honda GL500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,612 mi
Last recorded37,612 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 YJH
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 37,612 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 40,791 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 40,783 miles

Rear Brake insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

How Reliable is the Honda GL500?

Based on 2,142 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
533
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 84
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 15
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A23 YJH is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A23 YJH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A23 YJH?

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What year was A23 YJH registered?

A23 YJH is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 14 September 1983.

Is A23 YJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 YJH shows 3 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.

Does A23 YJH have outstanding finance?

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