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E322 GNH

1987 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,293 mi
Last recorded25,293 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE322 GNH
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 25,293 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 25,278 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 24,377 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 22,786 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 21,240 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 19,377 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 16,835 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 13,890 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 11,794 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 6,920 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 6,920 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 6,551 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2014 6,551 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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E322 GNH is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 E322 GNH, 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 E322 GNH?

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What year was E322 GNH registered?

E322 GNH is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E322 GNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E322 GNH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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