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B897 JPK

1984 Honda FT500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,319 mi
Last recorded36,319 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1984 Honda FT50024,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB897 JPK
MakeHonda
ModelFT500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 36,319 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 36,305 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 36,040 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 36,009 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 36,002 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 35,994 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FT500?

Based on 798 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
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B897 JPK is a 1984 Honda FT500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Honda FT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 24,158 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 FT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B897 JPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Honda FT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B897 JPK registered?

B897 JPK is a 1984 Honda FT500, first registered on 7 August 1984.

Is B897 JPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B897 JPK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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