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A34 JEC

1983 Honda GL500

Maroon Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

27,235 mi
Last recorded27,235 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2010
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA34 JEC
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2010 27,235 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 41,041 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 40,993 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 40,985 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 40,980 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 10 May 2008 40,943 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 3,956 miles

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

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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A34 JEC is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Maroon with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 A34 JEC, 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

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What year was A34 JEC registered?

A34 JEC is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A34 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A34 JEC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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