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A268 SYO

1984 Honda VT500

Purple Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,773 mi
Last recorded15,773 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2008
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA268 SYO
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2008 15,773 miles

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 15,773 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 15,773 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 15,768 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 15,251 miles

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

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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A268 SYO is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Purple with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A268 SYO, 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 A268 SYO?

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What year was A268 SYO registered?

A268 SYO is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 4 April 1984.

Is A268 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A268 SYO shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A268 SYO have outstanding finance?

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