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B883 EDM

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,061 mi
Last recorded32,061 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB883 EDM
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 32,061 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Offside Front Indicator rubber worn

Pass 9 Aug 2016 31,753 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 31,753 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock left lock (2.1.4)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 30,160 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 29,543 miles
Pass 5 May 2013 28,668 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 May 2012 27,179 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 23,442 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 22,483 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 21,572 miles

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

Inner Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 19,513 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 19,513 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 17,726 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 17,170 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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B883 EDM is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B883 EDM, 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 B883 EDM registered?

B883 EDM is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 9 May 1985.

Is B883 EDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B883 EDM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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