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CFH 931Y

1983 Honda VT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,942 mi
Last recorded67,942 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFH 931Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2016 67,942 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Apr 2015 67,156 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 67,155 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 67,083 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 66,656 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 65,925 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 65,512 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 65,170 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 6,488 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 57,438 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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CFH 931Y is a 1983 Honda VT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 29,788 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 CFH 931Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CFH 931Y?

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What year was CFH 931Y registered?

CFH 931Y is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 12 July 1983.

Is CFH 931Y safe to buy?

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