MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,235 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear disc corroded
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)
Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda VF500?
Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B174 CYA is a 1985 Honda VF500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 B174 CYA, 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 B174 CYA registered?
B174 CYA is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 18 July 1985.
Is B174 CYA safe to buy?
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