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A295 EPH

1983 Honda FT500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

897 mi
Last recorded897 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2010
Typical for 1983 Honda FT50020,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA295 EPH
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2010 897 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 893 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 821 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 11,004 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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A295 EPH is a 1983 Honda FT500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Honda FT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 20,732 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 A295 EPH, 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 43 years old, this Honda FT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A295 EPH?

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What year was A295 EPH registered?

A295 EPH is a 1983 Honda FT500, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A295 EPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A295 EPH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A295 EPH have outstanding finance?

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