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ALH 244Y

1982 Honda FT500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1982 Honda FT50022,828 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALH 244Y
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022
Pass 25 Jun 2016 45,719 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 45,709 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 45,682 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2013 45,269 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 45,248 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 45,132 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 May 2011 44,481 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 May 2011 44,458 miles

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2010 44,273 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 41,837 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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ALH 244Y is a 1982 Honda FT500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda FT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,828 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 ALH 244Y, 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 44 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 ALH 244Y?

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What year was ALH 244Y registered?

ALH 244Y is a 1982 Honda FT500, first registered on 4 August 1982.

Is ALH 244Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALH 244Y shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALH 244Y have outstanding finance?

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