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A871 SGO

1983 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,130 mi
Last recorded56,130 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA871 SGO
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 56,130 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 56,125 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 56,119 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 56,114 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 56,107 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 56,095 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 56,089 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2014 56,033 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 56,032 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 56,032 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 55,667 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2011 55,618 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 54,405 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Jul 2010 54,405 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 53,464 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 53,464 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 52,687 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake pads only contact on half the disc on the offside due to wrong hanger

Pass 23 Jul 2007 52,281 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 51,896 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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A871 SGO is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A871 SGO, 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 A871 SGO registered?

A871 SGO is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 4 October 1983.

Is A871 SGO safe to buy?

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