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A771 MWD

2005 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

29,999 mi
Last recorded29,999 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA771 MWD
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 31 May 2023 29,999 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp mask converter fitted

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 29,999 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 29,999 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 29,999 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 29,999 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 29,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Jul 2014 29,999 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 29,999 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 29,999 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 29,999 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 May 2012 29,999 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 29,999 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Left handlebar multi switch insecure

Pass 17 May 2011 29,999 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2010 29,893 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 29,874 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 29,831 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2006 29,690 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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A771 MWD is a 2005 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 A771 MWD, 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 21 years old, this Honda VT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A771 MWD registered?

A771 MWD is a 2005 Honda VT500, first registered on 21 April 2005.

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