MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,809 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front LOCK STOP SLIGHT DAMAGE
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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?
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