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BAH 389X

1982 Honda GL500

Brown Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,092 mi
Last recorded23,092 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2011
Typical for 1982 Honda GL50038,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 389X
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2011 23,092 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 22,971 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 22,971 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 22,620 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 22,343 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 22,329 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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BAH 389X is a 1982 Honda GL500 in Brown with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 38,348 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BAH 389X, 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 44 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 BAH 389X?

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What year was BAH 389X registered?

BAH 389X is a 1982 Honda GL500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is BAH 389X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAH 389X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BAH 389X have outstanding finance?

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