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A906 VGC

1984 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,401 mi
Last recorded33,401 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA906 VGC
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 33,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 32,843 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 32,644 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 32,319 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 32,319 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2017 31,588 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 30,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 30,208 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 29,372 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 27,877 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Dec 2008 27,877 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 25,538 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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A906 VGC is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A906 VGC, 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 A906 VGC?

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What year was A906 VGC registered?

A906 VGC is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 6 April 1984.

Is A906 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A906 VGC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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