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D702 XFG

1987 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

58,186 mi
Last recorded58,186 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD702 XFG
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 58,186 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 May 2013 55,654 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2013 55,654 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 54,404 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 54,404 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 52,681 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 52,675 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 48,547 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 46,523 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 46,523 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2008 46,513 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 45,174 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

side stand fouling gear lever

rear grab handle insecure

Fail 2 Jun 2007 45,142 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

side stand fouling gear lever

rear grab handle insecure

Pass 2 Jun 2006 42,650 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 42,643 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2005 41,715 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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D702 XFG is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 D702 XFG, 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 D702 XFG registered?

D702 XFG is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 13 April 1987.

Is D702 XFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D702 XFG shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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