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B562 YTC

1985 Honda VF500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

40,434 mi
Last recorded40,434 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2011
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB562 YTC
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2011 40,434 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 40,434 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 38,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 34,891 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 34,891 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear suspension has a modification which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Oil leak

front tyre has surface cracks on side walls

rear indicators loose

Pass 5 Jun 2008 33,602 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 33,602 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 32,730 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 32,717 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2006 30,825 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 30,825 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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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B562 YTC is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B562 YTC, 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 B562 YTC registered?

B562 YTC is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B562 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B562 YTC shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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