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A685 TPO

1984 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,614 mi
Last recorded51,614 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA685 TPO
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 51,614 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2017 51,614 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 50,601 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 49,326 miles

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

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

rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 1 Aug 2013 47,814 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 46,395 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 43,914 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 43,892 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 43,892 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 42,870 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 42,678 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear tyre has minor scrape o/s sidewall

Pass 28 Apr 2007 42,640 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

gouge in rear tyre sidewall

rear brake shoes wearing

Pass 29 Apr 2006 42,461 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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A685 TPO is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A685 TPO, 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.

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What year was A685 TPO registered?

A685 TPO is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A685 TPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A685 TPO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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