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D574 YWV

1987 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,510 mi
Last recorded16,510 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD574 YWV
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 16,510 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 16,164 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 16,126 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 15,886 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 15,579 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 15,503 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 15,490 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 15,399 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 15,373 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 15,355 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 15,355 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,207 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 14,877 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 14,678 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,678 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 14,284 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 13,918 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 13,438 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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D574 YWV is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 D574 YWV, 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 D574 YWV?

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What year was D574 YWV registered?

D574 YWV is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D574 YWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D574 YWV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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