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E398 VNS

1987 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,241 mi
Last recorded23,241 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE398 VNS
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 23,241 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 23,270 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 23,246 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 23,246 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 23,173 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 23,149 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 23,117 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 23,093 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 23,020 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 22,915 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 22,876 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 22,733 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 22,595 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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E398 VNS is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 E398 VNS, 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 E398 VNS?

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What year was E398 VNS registered?

E398 VNS is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 22 August 1987.

Is E398 VNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E398 VNS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E398 VNS have outstanding finance?

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