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B737 SEC

1985 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,722 mi
Last recorded37,722 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB737 SEC
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 37,722 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 37,718 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 36,493 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 33,615 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 33,613 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 30,543 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 26,943 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 26,933 miles

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2006 21,434 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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B737 SEC is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B737 SEC, 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.

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What year was B737 SEC registered?

B737 SEC is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B737 SEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B737 SEC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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