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B749 VJT

1985 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,100 mi
Last recorded56,100 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB749 VJT
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2009 56,100 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 55,476 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 55,125 miles

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

front disc dirty

Pass 18 May 2006 53,149 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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B749 VJT is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 B749 VJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B749 VJT registered?

B749 VJT is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B749 VJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B749 VJT shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B749 VJT have outstanding finance?

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