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E775 FLY

1987 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,013 mi
Last recorded51,013 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2010
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE775 FLY
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2010 51,013 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 50,538 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 49,328 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 48,094 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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E775 FLY is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E775 FLY, 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 E775 FLY?

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What year was E775 FLY registered?

E775 FLY is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 3 November 1987.

Is E775 FLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E775 FLY shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E775 FLY have outstanding finance?

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