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YBJ 176X

1997 Honda GL500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,809 mi
Last recorded47,809 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBJ 176X
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 47,809 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 47,667 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 47,316 miles

NO INDICATORS FITTED

Pass 27 Jan 2010 42,498 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 41,249 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 39,979 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 39,966 miles

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

front brake has excessive lever travel

Pass 30 May 2006 38,225 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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YBJ 176X is a 1997 Honda GL500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YBJ 176X, 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 29 years old, this Honda GL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of YBJ 176X?

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What year was YBJ 176X registered?

YBJ 176X is a 1997 Honda GL500, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is YBJ 176X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBJ 176X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YBJ 176X have outstanding finance?

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