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LAE 346X

1982 Honda FT500

Orange Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,621 mi
Last recorded17,621 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2008
Typical for 1982 Honda FT50022,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAE 346X
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2008 17,621 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 17,621 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 17,612 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 17,612 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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LAE 346X is a 1982 Honda FT500 in Orange with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Honda FT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,828 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 FT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAE 346X, 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 44 years old, this Honda FT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LAE 346X?

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What year was LAE 346X registered?

LAE 346X is a 1982 Honda FT500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is LAE 346X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAE 346X shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAE 346X have outstanding finance?

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