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D217 YTF

1987 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,886 mi
Last recorded36,886 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD217 YTF
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2012 36,886 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 35,381 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 33,791 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 32,255 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 30,022 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,441 miles

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

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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D217 YTF is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 D217 YTF, 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 D217 YTF?

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What year was D217 YTF registered?

D217 YTF is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 27 April 1987.

Is D217 YTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D217 YTF shows 6 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 D217 YTF have outstanding finance?

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