MOT Status
ValidMileage
71,159 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
front tyre slight cracking on side walls
Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Honda VT500?
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D608 PJO is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 D608 PJO, 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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D608 PJO is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 12 May 1987.
Is D608 PJO safe to buy?
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