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A468 LDU

1984 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,326 mi
Last recorded30,326 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA468 LDU
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 30,326 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 13 Jun 2022 30,320 miles

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

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 29,805 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 29,068 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 28,407 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 28,322 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 28,157 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 28,002 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 27,181 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2014 27,181 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 26,548 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside 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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A468 LDU is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A468 LDU, 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

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What year was A468 LDU registered?

A468 LDU is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 May 1984.

Is A468 LDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A468 LDU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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