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NTL 133Y

1983 Honda FT500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda FT50020,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTL 133Y
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1983
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 2 miles

Front Tyre has small cracks.

No Chain guard fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2020
Fail 14 Sep 2020

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019
Pass 9 Jun 2018 1,291 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 1,291 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2017

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016
Pass 5 Jun 2013
Pass 2 Jul 2011

Chain guard missing

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2010
Pass 4 Dec 2008 30,513 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

after market head lamp fitted poor light

fuel tank slight corroded

gatters fitted to fork legs, gaters damp suspect seals leaking

slight bind front brake

Fail 6 May 2008 30,337 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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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NTL 133Y is a 1983 Honda FT500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 NTL 133Y, 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 NTL 133Y registered?

NTL 133Y is a 1983 Honda FT500, first registered on 28 June 1983.

Is NTL 133Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTL 133Y shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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