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A808 WGJ

1984 Honda GL500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

66,025 mi
Last recorded66,025 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 1984 Honda GL50042,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA808 WGJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 66,025 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 66,025 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 65,254 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 65,254 miles

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))

Fail 28 Jun 2011 62,233 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 62,233 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 61,557 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 61,557 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 61,530 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 61,478 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 61,478 miles

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.

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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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.

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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.

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