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FLC 931Y

1983 Honda GL650

Red Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

28,937 mi
Last recorded28,937 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda GL65035,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLC 931Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL650
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 28,937 miles

Throttle control housing slightly damaged

Fail 7 Jun 2023 28,937 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle control housing slightly damaged

Pass 1 Jun 2022 27,660 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 27,656 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Could not test exhaust for leaks & noise as bike would not start.

Pass 21 Apr 2021 25,848 miles

Front Road spring worn, but not excessively (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2021 25,848 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Road spring worn, but not excessively (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 24,783 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 23,655 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 23,652 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated oil (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated oil (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 23,087 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 21,134 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 20,446 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2014 20,446 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 2 Aug 2013 19,683 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 19,683 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 61,663 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 61,663 miles

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 May 2011 61,655 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 61,149 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

one of two rear lamps not working

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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FLC 931Y is a 1983 Honda GL650 in Red with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FLC 931Y, 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

How do I check the history of FLC 931Y?

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What year was FLC 931Y registered?

FLC 931Y is a 1983 Honda GL650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FLC 931Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLC 931Y shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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