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HNF 698Y

1998 Honda GL650

Black Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,052 mi
Last recorded61,052 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNF 698Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 61,052 miles

Front tyre wall cracking

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

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear tyre wall cracking

Fail 19 Apr 2022 61,052 miles

Brake lever has restricted free movement lever catches on the exhaust restricting application (1.1.15 (e))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned loose and points to the floor (4.4.3 (a))

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyre wall cracking

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps switch feels faulty and head lamp worked for a short while but then stopped working. (4.1.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 18 Nov 2020 60,685 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 59,687 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both upper and lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 May 2018 58,936 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 57,922 miles

Offside Front Inner brake pad sticking slightly

Pass 15 Apr 2016 56,850 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 55,785 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 53,950 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 53,533 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 53,003 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 51,212 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 51,198 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Slight cracking of the front tyre side wall

Pass 10 Jun 2009 50,019 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 48,928 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 48,057 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 48,057 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 17 May 2006 46,523 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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HNF 698Y is a 1998 Honda GL650 in Black with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HNF 698Y, 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 28 years old, this Honda GL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HNF 698Y registered?

HNF 698Y is a 1998 Honda GL650, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is HNF 698Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNF 698Y shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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