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SBB 500Y

1982 Honda GL500

White Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,454 mi
Last recorded1,454 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1982 Honda GL50038,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBB 500Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 1,454 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023 883 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2022 267 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 May 2022 267 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 28,355 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 28,333 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 28,201 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2017 28,201 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 27,437 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 27,414 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 27,402 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 27,390 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 27,310 miles

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

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

front calipers soon need to be serviced

Pass 31 Mar 2012 27,196 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
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SBB 500Y is a 1982 Honda GL500 in White with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 38,348 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 SBB 500Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda GL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SBB 500Y registered?

SBB 500Y is a 1982 Honda GL500, first registered on 15 September 1982.

Is SBB 500Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBB 500Y 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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