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GAC 314Y

1983 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

36,190 mi
Last recorded36,190 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAC 314Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 36,190 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2020 36,119 miles

Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 35,945 miles

Nearside Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 35,832 miles

Front tyre shows signs of perishing.

Pass 18 Jul 2017 35,733 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired Pattern weak (1.2.3a)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 35,733 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded Lower frame (6.1.1a)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired Pattern weak (1.2.3a)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 35,317 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 35,317 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 15,334 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 15,332 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 26 May 2009 27,798 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 27,086 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 23,467 miles

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

front mudguard close to tyre

Fail 25 Jun 2007 23,467 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front mudguard close to tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2006 17,078 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 17,078 miles

Front Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

How Reliable is the Honda VT500?

Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
821
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Headlamp aim too high 39
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded 37
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GAC 314Y is a 1983 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1983 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 29,788 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 VT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAC 314Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAC 314Y registered?

GAC 314Y is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is GAC 314Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAC 314Y shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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