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BYJ 249Y

1983 Honda GL650

Silver Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,304 mi
Last recorded41,304 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda GL65035,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYJ 249Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL650
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2023 41,304 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 38,573 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 37,867 miles

Front Tyre perished.

Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 37,771 miles

Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 37,761 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 37,475 miles

Central Rubber boot on front driveshaft to gearbox is torn.

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 37,468 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 37,273 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 36,872 miles

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

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 36,859 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 36,732 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 36,456 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 36,166 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 35,819 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 35,571 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 35,441 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 35,324 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Propshaft component defective

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 May 2006 32,599 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL650?

Based on 821 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
440
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 7
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BYJ 249Y is a 1983 Honda GL650 in Silver with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Honda GL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 35,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda GL650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BYJ 249Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Honda GL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYJ 249Y registered?

BYJ 249Y is a 1983 Honda GL650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is BYJ 249Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYJ 249Y shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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