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B595 VRN

1984 Honda VT500

Purple Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

478 mi
Last recorded478 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda VT50033,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB595 VRN
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1984
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 478 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 447 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush worn to excess (5.3.2 (c))

Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected fork bolt and securing bracket loose (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 35,365 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 35,161 miles

Nearside Front Brake pads not visible due to bolted down cover

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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B595 VRN is a 1984 Honda VT500 in Purple with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 33,292 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 B595 VRN, 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 42 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B595 VRN?

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What year was B595 VRN registered?

B595 VRN is a 1984 Honda VT500, first registered on 14 November 1984.

Is B595 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B595 VRN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B595 VRN have outstanding finance?

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