MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,707 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
front tyre heavily cracked/perished
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda VF500?
Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B379 GEW is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 GEW, 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 GEW registered?
B379 GEW is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B379 GEW safe to buy?
The MOT history for B379 GEW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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