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E342 GLB

1987 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,660 mi
Last recorded39,660 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE342 GLB
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 39,660 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 39,161 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 38,392 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 37,393 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight misting of oil coming out of the breather on final drive

Pass 13 Feb 2014 37,393 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight misting of oil coming out of the breather on final drive

Fail 19 Feb 2013 36,777 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

n/s rear footrest slopeing down slightly

Pass 19 Feb 2013 36,777 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

n/s rear footrest slopeing down slightly

Pass 9 Feb 2012 36,201 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 34,895 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 34,687 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 34,265 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 33,290 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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E342 GLB is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E342 GLB, 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

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What year was E342 GLB registered?

E342 GLB is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 15 September 1987.

Is E342 GLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E342 GLB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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