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B503 NDL

1985 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,648 mi
Last recorded54,648 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2010
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB503 NDL
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2010 54,648 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 53,617 miles

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

slight dampness around reservior (no apparent leaks)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 51,922 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 48,803 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 48,784 miles

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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B503 NDL is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B503 NDL, 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 B503 NDL registered?

B503 NDL is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B503 NDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B503 NDL shows 5 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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