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B636 GCH

1984 Honda VF500

Multi-colour Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,969 mi
Last recorded27,969 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1984 Honda VF50030,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB636 GCH
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1984
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 27,969 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 27,947 miles

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 27,823 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 27,678 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

One tail light bulb inoperative

Pass 17 May 2012 27,557 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 27,360 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 26,965 miles

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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B636 GCH is a 1984 Honda VF500 in Multi-colour with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 30,322 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B636 GCH, 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 42 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B636 GCH registered?

B636 GCH is a 1984 Honda VF500, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B636 GCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B636 GCH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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