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GFB 314W

1997 Honda GL500

Cream Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,239 mi
Last recorded1,239 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 314W
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2015 1,239 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 884 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Fail 2 May 2014 884 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 30 Aug 2013 604 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2012 40,518 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre starting to crack

Pass 24 Jul 2012 40,518 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre starting to crack

Pass 16 May 2009 38,514 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2008 38,145 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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GFB 314W is a 1997 Honda GL500 in Cream with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GFB 314W, 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 29 years old, this Honda GL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GFB 314W registered?

GFB 314W is a 1997 Honda GL500, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is GFB 314W safe to buy?

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