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ULA 892W

1981 Honda GL500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,535 mi
Last recorded46,535 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1981 Honda GL50042,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULA 892W
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 May 2011 46,535 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 May 2010 42,070 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 37,538 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 May 2008 33,248 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 32,968 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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ULA 892W is a 1981 Honda GL500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 ULA 892W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ULA 892W?

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What year was ULA 892W registered?

ULA 892W is a 1981 Honda GL500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULA 892W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULA 892W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ULA 892W have outstanding finance?

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