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ULA 949W

1981 Honda GL500

Grey Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,267 mi
Last recorded52,267 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1981 Honda GL50042,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULA 949W
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 52,267 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 51,717 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 51,705 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 50,224 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2014 50,169 miles

GEAR CHANGE LEVER LOOSE.

TOP BOX BRACKET MOUNTING BOLTS NOT FULLY TIEGHTENED.

TUBE FITTED TO REAR TYRE.

Pass 19 Jul 2013 50,117 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 49,959 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 49,588 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 49,588 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 48,963 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 48,712 miles

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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ULA 949W is a 1981 Honda GL500 in Grey with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 ULA 949W, 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

How do I check the history of ULA 949W?

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What year was ULA 949W registered?

ULA 949W is a 1981 Honda GL500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULA 949W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULA 949W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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