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B858 PLJ

1984 Honda VF500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,007 mi
Last recorded31,007 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda VF50030,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB858 PLJ
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2024 31,007 miles

Front brake lever has slight travel

Offside Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2022 30,205 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 29,842 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 29,152 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 29,018 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 29,014 miles

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

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

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

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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B858 PLJ is a 1984 Honda VF500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B858 PLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B858 PLJ registered?

B858 PLJ is a 1984 Honda VF500, first registered on 18 October 1984.

Is B858 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B858 PLJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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