MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,468 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front SUSPENSION SOFT
Rear SUSPENSION SOFT
Rear SUSPENSION SOFT
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front SUSPENSION SOFT
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Front Lower Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced FAIRING MOUNTING NOT PRESENT. (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened FORK STANCHION (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
tyres underinflated
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Honda GL500?
Based on 2,142 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DWU 180Y is a 1982 Honda GL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 DWU 180Y, 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.
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What year was DWU 180Y registered?
DWU 180Y is a 1982 Honda GL500, first registered on 7 September 1982.
Is DWU 180Y safe to buy?
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