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B122 BCW

1985 Honda VF500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,206 mi
Last recorded9,206 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2007
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB122 BCW
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2007 9,206 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 8,691 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF500?

Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
271
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 22
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
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B122 BCW is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 28,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VF500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B122 BCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B122 BCW registered?

B122 BCW is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 3 July 1985.

Is B122 BCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B122 BCW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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