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HNW 44Y

1983 Honda FT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,838 mi
Last recorded49,838 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda FT50020,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNW 44Y
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 49,838 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 44,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 43,674 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 42,393 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 42,354 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 42,161 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 42,161 miles

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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HNW 44Y is a 1983 Honda FT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Honda FT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 20,732 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 HNW 44Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda FT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNW 44Y registered?

HNW 44Y is a 1983 Honda FT500, first registered on 24 May 1983.

Is HNW 44Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNW 44Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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