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A275 VYC

1984 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,528 mi
Last recorded73,528 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA275 VYC
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 73,528 miles

headlamp patt poor

Pass 20 Sep 2023 73,100 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp beam Patten poor

Pass 27 Sep 2022 72,479 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 71,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 71,409 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 71,015 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 69,477 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 68,285 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 66,101 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 66,101 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 63,840 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 60,787 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 60,787 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 58,278 miles

headlight output poor

Fail 14 Sep 2013 58,278 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

headlight output poor

Pass 11 Sep 2012 54,668 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 20 Sep 2011 50,454 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 50,454 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 48,125 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 46,525 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 43,663 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 41,893 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 37,629 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 36,562 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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A275 VYC is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A275 VYC, 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 A275 VYC?

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What year was A275 VYC registered?

A275 VYC is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A275 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A275 VYC shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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