MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,744 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Fuel Pipe/s corroded rubber hose slightly perished ()
Fork yoke modified, but not inappropriately (9.2.1c)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (9.2.8c)
Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has an inadequately locked flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.2.1a)
Centre Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bushes (9.2.5d)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A738 HLN is a 1983 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 A738 HLN, 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 A738 HLN registered?
A738 HLN is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 19 November 1983.
Is A738 HLN safe to buy?
The MOT history for A738 HLN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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