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B494 DGF

1985 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

62,712 mi
Last recorded62,712 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB494 DGF
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 62,712 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swingarm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 62,547 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 62,547 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 62,313 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 62,313 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 62,139 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 62,135 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

n/s/r underneath frame holed

Pass 29 Jul 2011 61,884 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 61,074 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 60,349 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 60,328 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 59,619 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 58,654 miles

slight run out on rear brake

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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B494 DGF is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1985 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 30,660 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 VT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B494 DGF, 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 41 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B494 DGF registered?

B494 DGF is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 3 May 1985.

Is B494 DGF safe to buy?

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