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A814 VVX

1984 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

11,759 mi
Last recorded11,759 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA814 VVX
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 11,759 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 10,300 miles

Rear rear brake pedal adapted for disabled use operated for heal use

Pass 22 Jun 2022 9,864 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 9,864 miles

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 9,801 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake component modification adversely affecting braking performance brake lever linkage (1.1.21 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 12 Apr 2022 9,540 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 9,527 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 8,916 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 8,916 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2008 15,814 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 14,848 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 14,666 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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A814 VVX is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 A814 VVX, 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 A814 VVX registered?

A814 VVX is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A814 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A814 VVX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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