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FLE 52Y

1983 Honda GL650

Maroon Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

41,444 mi
Last recorded41,444 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda GL65035,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLE 52Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL650
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 41,444 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 41,444 miles

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

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

Offside Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 41,444 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 41,443 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 41,281 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 41,281 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 41,262 miles

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

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front front tyre old shows signs of age(10)

Pass 3 Jul 2018 41,262 miles

Front slight notchy head bearings with front wheel raised.

Front slight soft front fork action /tired springs

Front tyre shows small signs of ageing.

Pass 30 Jun 2017 40,417 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect recommend new fork oil/ soft (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 May 2016 38,615 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 38,381 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 3,779 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 37,329 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 36,624 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 35,897 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 35,142 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 34,567 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 33,483 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 32,464 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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FLE 52Y is a 1983 Honda GL650 in Maroon with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FLE 52Y, 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 FLE 52Y registered?

FLE 52Y is a 1983 Honda GL650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FLE 52Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLE 52Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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