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A737 OWR

1984 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,502 mi
Last recorded61,502 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2010
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA737 OWR
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2010 61,502 miles

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 61,502 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2009 61,478 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 May 2009 61,478 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 61,160 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 60,789 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 16 May 2006 60,465 miles

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

front pads not seen as bike is fitted with inclosed disk/ caliper system

front tyre flat

rear tyre slightly cracking on side wall

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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A737 OWR is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A737 OWR, 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 A737 OWR registered?

A737 OWR is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 18 April 1984.

Is A737 OWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A737 OWR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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