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D140 PGA

1987 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,333 mi
Last recorded21,333 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD140 PGA
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 21,333 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 21,333 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 21,154 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 21,127 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 20,847 miles

number plate is cracked

Pass 29 Jun 2018 20,348 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 18,756 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 17,733 miles

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

coolant level low

Pass 5 Jun 2015 16,761 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 15,345 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 14,285 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 13,714 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 12,255 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 11,304 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 10,199 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 9,629 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 8,610 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 8,322 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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D140 PGA is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 D140 PGA, 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.

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What year was D140 PGA registered?

D140 PGA is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 7 May 1987.

Is D140 PGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D140 PGA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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