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YWR 802X

1982 Honda FT500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2020
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1982 Honda FT50022,828 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWR 802X
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2020

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Central Front Upper Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Central Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2019

DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY MOT ISSUED

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess poor damping , soft (5.3.3 (d))

Fail 21 Jun 2019

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate incorrect letters too small (0.1 (c))

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess poor damping , soft (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 15,494 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. clamp slightly loose (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect poor damping (2.3.6c)

Nearside Oil leak ()

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion and damaged fork leg (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20 kgf deflection rear disc (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect poor damping (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 13 Oct 2017 15,494 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure bolt missing pillion footrest assy (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly not self closing on right lock (6.2.1f)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. clamp slightly loose (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect poor damping (2.3.6c)

Nearside Oil leak ()

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion and damaged fork leg (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20 kgf deflection rear disc (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect poor damping (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 15,497 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 15,497 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 15,447 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 15,447 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 15,345 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 15,185 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FT500?

Based on 798 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
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YWR 802X is a 1982 Honda FT500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1982 Honda FT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,828 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 FT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YWR 802X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Honda FT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YWR 802X registered?

YWR 802X is a 1982 Honda FT500, first registered on 24 March 1982.

Is YWR 802X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWR 802X shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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