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E842 TNY

1988 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,479 mi
Last recorded43,479 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda VT50039,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE842 TNY
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 43,479 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 43,215 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 42,768 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 42,757 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 42,460 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 42,460 miles

Horn not working fuse blown (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 56,405 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 55,654 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 55,654 miles

Centre Rear Lower Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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E842 TNY is a 1988 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E842 TNY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E842 TNY?

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What year was E842 TNY registered?

E842 TNY is a 1988 Honda VT500, first registered on 11 May 1988.

Is E842 TNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E842 TNY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E842 TNY have outstanding finance?

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