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D129 YOO

1987 Honda VT500

Maroon Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,118 mi
Last recorded69,118 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD129 YOO
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 69,118 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2018 67,929 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 55,896 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 48,949 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 48,949 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 46,404 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2014 42,693 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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D129 YOO is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Maroon with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 39,482 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 D129 YOO, 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 39 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D129 YOO registered?

D129 YOO is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D129 YOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D129 YOO shows 7 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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