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D620 EPX

1987 Honda VT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

54,753 mi
Last recorded54,753 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2015
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD620 EPX
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2015 54,753 miles

Exhaust noisy exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre close to limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2010 52,620 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2010 52,620 miles

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2009 47,163 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 41,995 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 41,995 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 41,885 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

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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D620 EPX is a 1987 Honda VT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 D620 EPX, 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 D620 EPX?

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What year was D620 EPX registered?

D620 EPX is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D620 EPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D620 EPX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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