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E220 UVU

1988 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,141 mi
Last recorded50,141 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1988 Honda VT50039,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE220 UVU
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 50,141 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 50,132 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 50,030 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 49,498 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 103,453 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 49,242 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 49,012 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 48,540 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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E220 UVU is a 1988 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 E220 UVU, 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 E220 UVU?

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What year was E220 UVU registered?

E220 UVU is a 1988 Honda VT500, first registered on 18 January 1988.

Is E220 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E220 UVU 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.

Does E220 UVU have outstanding finance?

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