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E221 HMO

1988 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,140 mi
Last recorded20,140 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda VT50039,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE221 HMO
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 20,140 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 19,995 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 19,761 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 19,529 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 19,481 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 19,364 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 19,017 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 18,683 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 17,960 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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E221 HMO is a 1988 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E221 HMO, 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 E221 HMO?

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What year was E221 HMO registered?

E221 HMO is a 1988 Honda VT500, first registered on 11 May 1988.

Is E221 HMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E221 HMO shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E221 HMO have outstanding finance?

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