MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,634 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
nail in tyre
How Reliable is the Honda GL500?
Based on 2,142 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RFC 498W is a 1981 Honda GL500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1981 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 42,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 RFC 498W, 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 45 years old, this Honda GL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was RFC 498W registered?
RFC 498W is a 1981 Honda GL500, first registered on 31 December 1981.
Is RFC 498W safe to buy?
The MOT history for RFC 498W shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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