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BEG 864Y

1982 Honda FT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,065 mi
Last recorded17,065 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda FT50022,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEG 864Y
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 17,065 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 16,821 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 16,797 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 16,709 miles

the front tyre is slightly perished

Fail 4 Jun 2013 16,467 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,467 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 16,221 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 16,221 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 May 2011 15,902 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 15,902 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 15,689 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 15,689 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 15,264 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 15,249 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 14,931 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 14,621 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 14,434 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 14,335 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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BEG 864Y is a 1982 Honda FT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BEG 864Y, 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 BEG 864Y?

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What year was BEG 864Y registered?

BEG 864Y is a 1982 Honda FT500, first registered on 13 September 1982.

Is BEG 864Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEG 864Y shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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