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B990 RJT

1985 Honda VF500

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,188 mi
Last recorded28,188 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2009
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB990 RJT
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2009 28,188 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 28,180 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 28,144 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 28,144 miles

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 28,099 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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B990 RJT is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B990 RJT, 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

How do I check the history of B990 RJT?

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What year was B990 RJT registered?

B990 RJT is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 27 February 1985.

Is B990 RJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B990 RJT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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