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A648 EFP

1983 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

28,577 mi
Last recorded28,577 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2013
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA648 EFP
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2013 28,577 miles

rear motorcycle structure slightly corroded

Fail 6 Sep 2013 28,577 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 27,813 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 24,526 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 24,526 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 23,068 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 23,068 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2009 21,165 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2008 16,760 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 16,734 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 12,927 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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A648 EFP is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 A648 EFP, 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 A648 EFP registered?

A648 EFP is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 4 August 1983.

Is A648 EFP safe to buy?

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