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D982 DLK

1987 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,006 mi
Last recorded97,006 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2011
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD982 DLK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2011 97,006 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2010 96,453 miles

Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 88,816 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Oct 2009 88,816 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 85,034 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 81,254 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 79,579 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 79,571 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 78,377 miles

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

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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D982 DLK is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 D982 DLK, 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 D982 DLK registered?

D982 DLK is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 22 June 1987.

Is D982 DLK safe to buy?

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