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B878 ANM

1985 Honda VT500

White Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,969 mi
Last recorded49,969 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB878 ANM
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 49,969 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 49,561 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 49,315 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 49,034 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 48,408 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 48,408 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 48,011 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 47,231 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 45,524 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 44,454 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 44,028 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 42,103 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 40,373 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 39,449 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 36,590 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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B878 ANM is a 1985 Honda VT500 in White with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 B878 ANM, 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.

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What year was B878 ANM registered?

B878 ANM is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 20 May 1985.

Is B878 ANM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B878 ANM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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