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YVT 981Y

1982 Honda GL500

Silver Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

36,451 mi
Last recorded36,451 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1982 Honda GL50038,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVT 981Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 36,451 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 36,102 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 35,765 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 5 Aug 2017 35,765 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 35,721 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 35,690 miles

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

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 May 2015 35,133 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

fork stantions corroded

Fail 1 May 2015 35,132 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

fork stantions corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2008 35,110 miles

stop light only by foot operation

Fail 4 Aug 2008 35,116 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2006 34,896 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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YVT 981Y 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 63.6%.

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 YVT 981Y, 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 YVT 981Y registered?

YVT 981Y is a 1982 Honda GL500, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is YVT 981Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVT 981Y shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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