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E193 AGK

1988 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

59,550 mi
Last recorded59,550 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2011
Typical for 1988 Honda VT50039,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE193 AGK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2011 59,550 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 59,542 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2007 56,904 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 56,865 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

advise rear grab rail insecure

Pass 12 May 2006 55,903 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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E193 AGK is a 1988 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 39,983 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 E193 AGK, 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 38 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 E193 AGK?

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What year was E193 AGK registered?

E193 AGK is a 1988 Honda VT500, first registered on 24 May 1988.

Is E193 AGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E193 AGK shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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