CarVerify

Free Car Check

D792 WAV

1986 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,260 mi
Last recorded63,260 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD792 WAV
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
View full Honda VT500 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 63,260 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 63,093 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 63,000 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 62,317 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 26 May 2010 61,529 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 61,523 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 60,312 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 59,202 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 58,663 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 58,663 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 58,263 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
Full Honda VT500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D792 WAV is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 35,759 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 D792 WAV, 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 40 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 D792 WAV?

You can check the full history of D792 WAV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D792 WAV registered?

D792 WAV is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 9 September 1986.

Is D792 WAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D792 WAV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D792 WAV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D792 WAV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.