MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
72,133 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
front tyre spliting
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
front tyre starting to crack
How Reliable is the Honda VT500?
Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D417 OVS is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Black with a 499cc 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 D417 OVS, 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 D417 OVS registered?
D417 OVS is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 19 January 1987.
Is D417 OVS safe to buy?
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