CarVerify

Free Car Check

PMY 116W

1998 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 496cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,193 mi
Last recorded53,193 miles
Recorded on11 May 2011
4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 116W
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2011 53,193 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 52,179 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 52,127 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Oil leak

rear tyre slightly out of shape

seat slightly loose

Pass 9 Apr 2009 50,764 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 49,368 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 47,823 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 47,823 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 46,154 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
Full Honda GL500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PMY 116W is a 1998 Honda GL500 in Red 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 PMY 116W, 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 28 years old, this Honda GL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PMY 116W?

You can check the full history of PMY 116W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PMY 116W registered?

PMY 116W is a 1998 Honda GL500, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is PMY 116W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 116W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PMY 116W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PMY 116W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.