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A496 OVF

1984 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA496 OVF
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2017

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 3,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 2,744 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 2,742 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 1,577 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 1,577 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 27,962 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 27,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 26,541 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 25,171 miles

Advise new no plate be fitted

Fail 25 Jun 2011 25,171 miles

Advise new no plate be fitted

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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A496 OVF is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 A496 OVF, 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 A496 OVF registered?

A496 OVF is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A496 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A496 OVF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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