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A676 FLK

1983 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,401 mi
Last recorded81,401 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2011
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA676 FLK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2011 81,401 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

number plate cracked

rear frame slightly rusty around suspension points

Pass 29 May 2009 71,843 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 28 May 2009 71,843 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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A676 FLK is a 1983 Honda VT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A676 FLK, 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.

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What year was A676 FLK registered?

A676 FLK is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A676 FLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A676 FLK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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