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D898 VCK

1987 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,527 mi
Last recorded25,527 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2014
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD898 VCK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2014 25,527 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 24,444 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 23,592 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 23,592 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2010 22,705 miles

passenger seat mounting area corroded but repaired by plating and secured with nuts and bolts

Pass 18 May 2009 21,310 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 20,080 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 18,101 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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D898 VCK is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D898 VCK, 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

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What year was D898 VCK registered?

D898 VCK is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 23 March 1987.

Is D898 VCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D898 VCK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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