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B263 MLO

1984 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,715 mi
Last recorded22,715 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB263 MLO
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2015 22,715 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 22,715 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 22,313 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 22,149 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 21,830 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

On right hand lock throttle cable has no free play .PICKS UP REVS..

Pass 9 Oct 2010 20,766 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

repair made to nearside bottom corner of fuel tank

Fail 29 Jul 2010 20,766 miles

Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

repair made to nearside bottom corner of fuel tank

Pass 14 Jul 2009 18,784 miles

Exhaust badly corroded.

Fuel leak on fuel tank badly mended,but not leaking when tested.

Rear mudgaurd badly corroded.

Swinging arm badly corroded.

Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,405 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Upper Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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B263 MLO is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B263 MLO, 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 B263 MLO registered?

B263 MLO is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 14 April 1984.

Is B263 MLO safe to buy?

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