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E334 MUU

1988 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda VT50039,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE334 MUU
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 9 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2014 37,763 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 37,709 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 37,573 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 37,333 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 37,260 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 36,991 miles

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

rear tyre side wall is starting to perish

Pass 14 Mar 2008 36,316 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 35,570 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 35,570 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 34,864 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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E334 MUU is a 1988 Honda VT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 E334 MUU, 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 E334 MUU?

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What year was E334 MUU registered?

E334 MUU is a 1988 Honda VT500, first registered on 11 May 1988.

Is E334 MUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E334 MUU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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