MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
66,025 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b) DANGEROUS
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Honda GL500?
Based on 2,142 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
A808 WGJ is a 1984 Honda GL500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.
Across all 1984 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 42,232 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 A808 WGJ, 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 42 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 A808 WGJ?
You can check the full history of A808 WGJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was A808 WGJ registered?
A808 WGJ is a 1984 Honda GL500, first registered on 16 May 1984.
Is A808 WGJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for A808 WGJ 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.
Does A808 WGJ have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A808 WGJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.