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KGJ 893Y

1982 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,782 mi
Last recorded39,782 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 1982 Honda GL50038,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGJ 893Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 May 2009 39,782 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL500?

Based on 2,142 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
533
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 84
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 15
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KGJ 893Y is a 1982 Honda GL500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 38,348 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda GL500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGJ 893Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Honda GL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGJ 893Y registered?

KGJ 893Y is a 1982 Honda GL500, first registered on 25 August 1982.

Is KGJ 893Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGJ 893Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KGJ 893Y have outstanding finance?

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