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B275 GWA

1985 Honda VF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,873 mi
Last recorded18,873 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB275 GWA
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2025 18,873 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 18,860 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 18,845 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 18,828 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 18,730 miles

L/H footrest nut lightly catching swinging arm.

R/H footrest nut lightly catching swinging arm.

Pass 15 Mar 2010 18,672 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 18,393 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 17,455 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 17,154 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 15,158 miles

front/rear/tyres have split in side walls

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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B275 GWA is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 B275 GWA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B275 GWA?

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What year was B275 GWA registered?

B275 GWA is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 16 July 1985.

Is B275 GWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B275 GWA shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B275 GWA have outstanding finance?

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