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ROF 155Y

1983 Honda GL500

Purple Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,310 mi
Last recorded3,310 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROF 155Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2024 3,310 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all of them (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 11 Apr 2024 2,826 miles

Central Front Lower Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 1,501 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 1,501 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Fail 19 May 2022 1,033 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 1 miles

motorcycle has been bobbered/modified.

Pass 23 Sep 2019 48,339 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 47,420 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 44,397 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 44,385 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake caliper piston dust seals hanging out unable to check front wheel bearings (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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ROF 155Y is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Purple with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 ROF 155Y, 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

How do I check the history of ROF 155Y?

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What year was ROF 155Y registered?

ROF 155Y is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 10 January 1983.

Is ROF 155Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROF 155Y shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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