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A576 VMT

1983 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,116 mi
Last recorded37,116 miles
Recorded on1 May 2008
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA576 VMT
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2008 37,116 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 37,116 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 37,007 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 36,999 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 36,308 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2006 36,308 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front 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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A576 VMT is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 A576 VMT, 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

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What year was A576 VMT registered?

A576 VMT is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 21 November 1983.

Is A576 VMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A576 VMT shows 6 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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