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B453 OPG

1985 Honda VF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,519 mi
Last recorded29,519 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB453 OPG
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2024 29,519 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 29,440 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 29,364 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 29,351 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 29,070 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 28,854 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 28,567 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 28,546 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 28,141 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 27,315 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 26,364 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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B453 OPG is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B453 OPG, 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 B453 OPG registered?

B453 OPG is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 17 May 1985.

Is B453 OPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B453 OPG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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