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HUI 4354

1982 Honda FT500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,261 mi
Last recorded40,261 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1982 Honda FT50022,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUI 4354
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 40,261 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 39,838 miles
Fail 9 May 2025 39,818 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 39,234 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 May 2024 39,234 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 38,821 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 38,373 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 38,169 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 37,466 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 37,462 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play PLAY (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel tap in on position. (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2020 37,462 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 36,372 miles

Front Inner Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 36,342 miles

Front Outer Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Inner Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 35,489 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 35,476 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2016 35,476 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 35,447 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 35,278 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 35,089 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 35,089 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda FT500?

Based on 798 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
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HUI 4354 is a 1982 Honda FT500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Honda FT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,828 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 FT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HUI 4354, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Honda FT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HUI 4354 registered?

HUI 4354 is a 1982 Honda FT500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is HUI 4354 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUI 4354 shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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