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TME 339Y

1983 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

35,084 mi
Last recorded35,084 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2008
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTME 339Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2008 35,084 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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TME 339Y is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1983 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 39,122 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 GL500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TME 339Y, 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 43 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 TME 339Y registered?

TME 339Y is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 2 June 1983.

Is TME 339Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TME 339Y shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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