MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,348 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake pedal so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake caliper travel close to excessive play in caliper mount/pivot n/s front (1.1.16 (e) (i))
Front brake liner retainers not secure
Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
chain adjuster nut loose o/s
lower fork retaining nuts incorrect n/s
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
near side rear footrest points down at an incorrect angle
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
near side rear footrest points down at an incorrect angle
How Reliable is the Honda VF500?
Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B379 CMC is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 B379 CMC, 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 B379 CMC registered?
B379 CMC is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 23 April 1985.
Is B379 CMC safe to buy?
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