CarVerify

Free Car Check

B137 FHK

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,378 mi
Last recorded13,378 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB137 FHK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 13,378 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 13,316 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 13,316 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 13,244 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 13,237 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 23 Aug 2011 13,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 13,041 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 13,039 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
Full Honda VT500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B137 FHK is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1985 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 30,660 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 B137 FHK, 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 41 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 B137 FHK?

You can check the full history of B137 FHK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B137 FHK registered?

B137 FHK is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B137 FHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B137 FHK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B137 FHK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B137 FHK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.