MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,515 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Oil leak
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Oil leak
Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS
Front Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Oil leak
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)
horn poor
Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)
Rear Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Honda VT500?
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D849 FUL is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 D849 FUL, 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 D849 FUL registered?
D849 FUL is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 26 July 1987.
Is D849 FUL safe to buy?
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