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A731 ESG

1984 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,626 mi
Last recorded5,626 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA731 ESG
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 5,626 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 726 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn both (2.1.2c)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 726 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn both (2.1.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 30 miles

handbrake could be better

Fail 10 Jul 2014 12 miles

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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A731 ESG is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A731 ESG, 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 A731 ESG?

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What year was A731 ESG registered?

A731 ESG is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 8 June 1984.

Is A731 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A731 ESG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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