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DWU 180Y

1982 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,468 mi
Last recorded59,468 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda GL50038,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWU 180Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 59,468 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front SUSPENSION SOFT

Rear SUSPENSION SOFT

Fail 6 Sep 2022 59,468 miles

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))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 58,471 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2021 58,419 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 57,404 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 57,404 miles

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))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 56,616 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened FORK STANCHION (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2016 53,397 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 47,130 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2015 47,130 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 42,056 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 42,055 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 37,288 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 32,606 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 29,267 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 29,267 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,854 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 17,593 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 16,337 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 15,266 miles

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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