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E867 KYH

1988 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,124 mi
Last recorded59,124 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda VT50039,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE867 KYH
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 59,124 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 58,825 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 58,055 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 58,055 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 57,173 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 56,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 56,006 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 55,274 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 55,115 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 51,399 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 50,128 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 49,728 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 48,199 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 46,406 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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E867 KYH is a 1988 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 E867 KYH, 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 E867 KYH?

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What year was E867 KYH registered?

E867 KYH is a 1988 Honda VT500, first registered on 22 February 1988.

Is E867 KYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E867 KYH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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