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FGT 972X

1982 Honda FT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,489 mi
Last recorded38,489 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Honda FT50022,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGT 972X
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 38,489 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 38,356 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 38,202 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 37,874 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 37,526 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 May 2016 36,923 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 36,796 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 29,366 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 29,385 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 24,984 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 24,840 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 21,267 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 13,810 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 13,049 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 12,575 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 12,575 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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FGT 972X is a 1982 Honda FT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FGT 972X, 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 FGT 972X?

You can check the full history of FGT 972X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FGT 972X registered?

FGT 972X is a 1982 Honda FT500, first registered on 21 June 1982.

Is FGT 972X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGT 972X shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGT 972X have outstanding finance?

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