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B800 WBU

1985 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,749 mi
Last recorded23,749 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB800 WBU
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 23,749 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 23,591 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 23,391 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 23,391 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 23,252 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 23,249 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 22,865 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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B800 WBU is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B800 WBU, 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 B800 WBU registered?

B800 WBU is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 29 May 1985.

Is B800 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B800 WBU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B800 WBU have outstanding finance?

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