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B488 RRT

2017 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,291 mi
Last recorded89,291 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB488 RRT
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2019 89,291 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

headlight mask fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2018 88,037 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

both front indicators poorly repaired

Pass 24 Feb 2017

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Honda VT500?

Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
821
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Headlamp aim too high 39
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded 37
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B488 RRT is a 2017 Honda VT500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B488 RRT, 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 9 years old, this Honda VT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B488 RRT registered?

B488 RRT is a 2017 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 August 2017.

Is B488 RRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B488 RRT shows 3 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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