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E499 CNN

1988 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,766 mi
Last recorded47,766 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 1988 Honda VT50039,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE499 CNN
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 47,766 miles

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

front tyre cracking and aged

Fail 5 Mar 2016 47,763 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. swinging arm (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

front tyre cracking and aged

Pass 17 Dec 2014 47,147 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 45,975 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 45,369 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 45,369 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 44,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 42,855 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 42,848 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

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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E499 CNN is a 1988 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E499 CNN, 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.

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What year was E499 CNN registered?

E499 CNN is a 1988 Honda VT500, first registered on 30 March 1988.

Is E499 CNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E499 CNN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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