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TRK 981W

1981 Honda GL500

Maroon Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,883 mi
Last recorded13,883 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda GL50042,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRK 981W
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 13,883 miles

Front tyre cracked.

Rear shock absorber slightly reduced damping.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

battery dead.

Pass 30 May 2019 12,982 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 12,473 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 11,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2015 10,585 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 10,585 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2014 10,292 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 9,712 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 78,532 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 78,532 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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TRK 981W is a 1981 Honda GL500 in Maroon with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 42,070 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 TRK 981W, 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 45 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 TRK 981W registered?

TRK 981W is a 1981 Honda GL500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is TRK 981W safe to buy?

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