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D701 XMY

1987 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,204 mi
Last recorded38,204 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD701 XMY
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 38,204 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 37,092 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 36,799 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 34,753 miles

both rear tyes starting to crack

Pass 5 Sep 2011 34,546 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 34,560 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2011 34,540 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 32,258 miles

nearside footrest brkt slightly distorted allowing gear lever action to come close to side stand

Pass 18 Mar 2009 29,985 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 29,057 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 28,009 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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D701 XMY is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D701 XMY, 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 D701 XMY?

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What year was D701 XMY registered?

D701 XMY is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D701 XMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D701 XMY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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