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LFR 229W

1995 Honda GL500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,567 mi
Last recorded39,567 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFR 229W
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 39,567 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 39,567 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2016 38,503 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

oil leek

Pass 29 May 2012 37,846 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front left hand caliper slider boot has small split/front tyre wall has very small cracks

Pass 16 May 2011 35,023 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 34,980 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 33,633 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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LFR 229W is a 1995 Honda GL500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LFR 229W, 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 31 years old, this Honda GL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LFR 229W registered?

LFR 229W is a 1995 Honda GL500, first registered on 8 August 1995.

Is LFR 229W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFR 229W 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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