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BPL 441Y

1983 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,557 mi
Last recorded53,557 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPL 441Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 53,557 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 53,280 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 53,113 miles

HEADLAMP SLIGHTLY LOOSE

OIL LEAK AROUND PLUG AREA

Fail 31 Jul 2018 53,113 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

HEADLAMP SLIGHTLY LOOSE

OIL LEAK AROUND PLUG AREA

Pass 14 Jul 2016 53,052 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 52,522 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 51,767 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 51,741 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2011 49,390 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear tyre cracking between centre tred but no ply or cord showing

Pass 26 Apr 2010 45,420 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 41,649 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 May 2008 40,016 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 36,626 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 32,815 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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BPL 441Y is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BPL 441Y, 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 BPL 441Y registered?

BPL 441Y is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 11 July 1983.

Is BPL 441Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPL 441Y shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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