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OOV 706X

1982 Honda GL500

Silver Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,735 mi
Last recorded53,735 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda GL50038,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOV 706X
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 53,735 miles

fuel tank corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2015 52,711 miles

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

front fork station pitted

fuel tank corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2014 52,160 miles

front fork stantions pitted

Fail 10 Nov 2014 52,157 miles

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

front fork stantions pitted

Pass 10 Oct 2013 516,109 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Oct 2013 51,603 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2012 44,146 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front shock pitted

Pass 10 Oct 2011 42,674 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 40,376 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 37,331 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 33,945 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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OOV 706X is a 1982 Honda GL500 in Silver with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OOV 706X, 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 OOV 706X registered?

OOV 706X is a 1982 Honda GL500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is OOV 706X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOV 706X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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