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A336 SDV

1984 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

13,000 mi
Last recorded13,000 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA336 SDV
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 13,000 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 12,974 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 12,970 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2021 12,927 miles

rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Sep 2020 12,903 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 12,818 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 12,762 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2016 12,741 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 12,636 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 12,543 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 12,483 miles

rear tyre side walls slightly perrished

Fail 20 Aug 2013 12,467 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Nail in front tyre

rear tyre side walls slightly perrished

Pass 23 Aug 2012 12,447 miles

advise rear tyre sidewalls heavily perished

Pass 27 Aug 2011 12,416 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 12,385 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,329 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 12,326 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 12,122 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 12,121 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 11,996 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,925 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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A336 SDV is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 A336 SDV, 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 A336 SDV registered?

A336 SDV is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A336 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A336 SDV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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