1983 HONDA FT5000.5L Petrol

The 1983 Honda FT500 shows a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 30 May 2023 at 17,179 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the prior clean pass on 10 March 2022 at 17,002 miles. The machine has cleared two consecutive MOTs without advisories or failures, indicating no escalating mechanical concerns across that window. Recorded mileage sits at 17,179 miles against roughly 43 years of age, equating to about 400 miles per year. The two tests span just 177 miles of use between March 2022 and May 2023. Such low annual accumulation and a clean, gap-free record suggest the bike has seen light, occasional running rather than neglect, though the sparse history offers limited visibility into earlier decades. A buyer should still inspect the FT500 in person for age-related corrosion on the frame and exhaust, given its 1983 build and likely periods of standing. Check suspension bushes, fork seals, and brake calipers for stiffness from disuse. Verify tyre condition and brake disc wear, as rubber and friction surfaces degrade with time even without mileage. The absence of recorded advisories means no recurring faults demand urgent attention. Previous keepers appear to have maintained basic compliance. A pre-purchase check of structural integrity and fluid condition remains sensible on a machine of this vintage.