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YWV 721Y

1983 Honda GL500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,547 mi
Last recorded37,547 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2014
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWV 721Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2014 37,547 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 18 Mar 2008 54,680 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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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YWV 721Y is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 YWV 721Y, 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 YWV 721Y?

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What year was YWV 721Y registered?

YWV 721Y is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 1 July 1983.

Is YWV 721Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWV 721Y shows 2 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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