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D325 YPD

1987 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,457 mi
Last recorded46,457 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2010
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD325 YPD
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2010 46,457 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2010 46,457 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 44,231 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 44,229 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear 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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D325 YPD is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D325 YPD, 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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How do I check the history of D325 YPD?

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What year was D325 YPD registered?

D325 YPD is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 16 February 1987.

Is D325 YPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D325 YPD shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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