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A243 RNM

1984 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,191 mi
Last recorded85,191 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA243 RNM
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2016 85,191 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 84,825 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 83,885 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 82,417 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 80,717 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 78,779 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre tread cobbled

front tyrepressure low

Pass 5 Mar 2010 78,537 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 77,829 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 77,465 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 77,120 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT500?

Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
821
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Headlamp aim too high 39
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded 37
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A243 RNM is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 33,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A243 RNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 42 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A243 RNM registered?

A243 RNM is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 16 April 1984.

Is A243 RNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A243 RNM shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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