MOT Status
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47,876 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished. (5.2.3 (j))
Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished. (5.2.3 (j))
Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right beam deflector fitted (4.1.2 (a))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
oil on front forks
How Reliable is the Honda GL650?
Based on 821 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C497 WBY is a 1986 Honda GL650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
Across all 1986 Honda GL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 38,455 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 GL650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C497 WBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda GL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Honda GL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was C497 WBY registered?
C497 WBY is a 1986 Honda GL650, first registered on 3 June 1986.
Is C497 WBY safe to buy?
The MOT history for C497 WBY shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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