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A942 AFS

1983 Honda FT500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,735 mi
Last recorded20,735 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 1983 Honda FT50020,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA942 AFS
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 20,735 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 20,732 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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A942 AFS is a 1983 Honda FT500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A942 AFS, 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

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What year was A942 AFS registered?

A942 AFS is a 1983 Honda FT500, first registered on 7 November 1983.

Is A942 AFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A942 AFS 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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