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D187 BLT

1987 Honda VT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,238 mi
Last recorded41,238 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD187 BLT
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 41,238 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 41,212 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 41,152 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 41,084 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 41,015 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 40,834 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 40,754 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 40,713 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 40,685 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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D187 BLT is a 1987 Honda VT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D187 BLT, 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

How do I check the history of D187 BLT?

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What year was D187 BLT registered?

D187 BLT is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 12 March 1987.

Is D187 BLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D187 BLT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D187 BLT have outstanding finance?

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