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E345 WSB

1987 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

10,371 mi
Last recorded10,371 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE345 WSB
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 10,371 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 9,879 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 8,694 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 7,822 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 7,772 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 7,676 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 7,419 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 7,413 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slight cracking (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 7,308 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 7,258 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 7,223 miles

front tyre has slight cracking at sidewall

Pass 12 Jul 2013 7,209 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 7,205 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2012 7,196 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 7,192 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 7,127 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 7,044 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 7,014 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 7,004 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 6,884 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 6,884 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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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E345 WSB is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 E345 WSB, 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 E345 WSB registered?

E345 WSB is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 26 August 1987.

Is E345 WSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E345 WSB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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