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B379 GEW

1985 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

40,707 mi
Last recorded40,707 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB379 GEW
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 40,707 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 40,060 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Apr 2015 40,055 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 38,866 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 37,573 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 37,573 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2010 36,768 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 36,768 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 35,907 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 35,907 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 35,485 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 34,490 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 32,777 miles

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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