MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,617 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda VT500?
Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.
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B397 TBV is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1984 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 33,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Honda VT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B397 TBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda VT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 42 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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B397 TBV is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 August 1984.
Is B397 TBV safe to buy?
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