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D960 PYD

1987 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,838 mi
Last recorded59,838 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD960 PYD
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 59,838 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 59,827 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 59,211 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 59,209 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 59,158 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 58,439 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2009 58,434 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 56,360 miles

Side stand is fouling gear lever

Pass 4 Aug 2007 50,918 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 49,673 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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D960 PYD is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D960 PYD, 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 D960 PYD?

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What year was D960 PYD registered?

D960 PYD is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 20 May 1987.

Is D960 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D960 PYD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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