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A420 JYG

1983 Honda GL500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,327 mi
Last recorded44,327 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA420 JYG
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 44,327 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

hand brake has some travel

Fail 22 May 2023 44,290 miles

Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 43,958 miles

Foot brake low effort.

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both. (5.3.2 (b))

Head stock bearings notchy.

N/S Exhaust insecure.

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Park brake low effort.

Smell of fuel from tank area. No leak found at time of test.

Travel on control one brake lever.

Pass 3 Jun 2021 43,785 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

play at front prop-shaft splines

Fail 3 Jun 2021 43,785 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

play at front prop-shaft splines

Pass 29 May 2020 43,541 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

park brake cable fraying

Pass 2 Mar 2019 42,683 miles

Travel on park brake.

Park brake low effort.

Head stock bearings feel slightly notchy.

Pass 17 Jul 2017 42,632 miles

Park brake low effort.

Play in prop shaft front U/J area.

Steering feels notchy.

Pass 24 Jun 2016 42,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 41,132 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 36,950 miles

Front brake binding slightly when turned by hand

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Writing on the front tyre side wall is incorrect

Fail 3 Sep 2013 36,894 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (9.2.4)

Front brake binding slightly when turned by hand

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 35,336 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 35,332 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 34,514 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s & n/s exhaustcentre mounts insecure

Pass 24 Sep 2010 34,088 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 34,087 miles

Centre Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (9.6.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

ball end missing on front brake lever

Pass 16 Aug 2008 32,633 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Offside Upper Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 28,901 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 25,696 miles

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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A420 JYG is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A420 JYG, 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 A420 JYG registered?

A420 JYG is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 17 August 1983.

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