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B359 OSA

1985 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,809 mi
Last recorded42,809 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB359 OSA
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 42,809 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 42,809 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020 42,504 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 42,435 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front LOCK STOP SLIGHT DAMAGE

Pass 8 Jun 2015 41,663 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 40,932 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 40,640 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 40,428 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 39,151 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 38,687 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 37,724 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 37,724 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 37,660 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 37,652 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Rear 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.

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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B359 OSA is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 B359 OSA, 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

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What year was B359 OSA registered?

B359 OSA is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 5 July 1985.

Is B359 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B359 OSA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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