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A249 YAM

1984 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

44,125 mi
Last recorded44,125 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA249 YAM
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 44,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2008 52,077 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 52,077 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 51,238 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 51,238 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 47,946 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2005 47,946 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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A249 YAM is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A249 YAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A249 YAM?

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What year was A249 YAM registered?

A249 YAM is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 19 April 1984.

Is A249 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A249 YAM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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