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A501 YUJ

1984 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

1,257 mi
Last recorded1,257 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA501 YUJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 1,257 miles

Front Tyre side walls perished and cracking

Rear reflector not square to rear of vehicle

Rear tyre side wall perished and cracking

Pass 10 Apr 2021 1,247 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 1,247 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 1,113 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 1,011 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 1,008 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 995 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 655 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 655 miles

Front Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 456 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 2 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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A501 YUJ is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 A501 YUJ, 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 A501 YUJ?

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What year was A501 YUJ registered?

A501 YUJ is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A501 YUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A501 YUJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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