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A434 HLB

1983 Honda VT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,275 mi
Last recorded58,275 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA434 HLB
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2014 58,275 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 58,120 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 57,828 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 57,347 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 56,595 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 56,315 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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A434 HLB is a 1983 Honda VT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 29,788 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 A434 HLB, 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 43 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 A434 HLB?

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What year was A434 HLB registered?

A434 HLB is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 27 October 1983.

Is A434 HLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A434 HLB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A434 HLB have outstanding finance?

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