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FFC 414Y

1983 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,920 mi
Last recorded51,920 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFC 414Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 51,920 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 51,906 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 50,654 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 50,343 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 50,046 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 50,024 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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FFC 414Y is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FFC 414Y, 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 FFC 414Y registered?

FFC 414Y is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 12 April 1983.

Is FFC 414Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFC 414Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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