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YBW 175X

1982 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

30,398 mi
Last recorded30,398 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 1982 Honda GL50038,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBW 175X
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 30,398 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 30,398 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2018 27,616 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 27,616 miles

Front Brake lever insecure Lock nut missing from front brake lever. (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2016 23,712 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 23,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2015 21,091 miles

Long travel in front brake

Pass 8 Jul 2014 20,807 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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YBW 175X is a 1982 Honda GL500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 YBW 175X, 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

How do I check the history of YBW 175X?

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What year was YBW 175X registered?

YBW 175X is a 1982 Honda GL500, first registered on 7 June 1982.

Is YBW 175X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBW 175X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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