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E872 KYH

1988 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

56,934 mi
Last recorded56,934 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Honda VT50039,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE872 KYH
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 56,934 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 56,652 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 55,218 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 54,817 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 54,387 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 54,178 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 53,190 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 50,254 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2014 50,254 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 47,297 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 47,297 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 44,044 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 41,141 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 39,919 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 38,634 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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E872 KYH is a 1988 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 E872 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.

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What year was E872 KYH registered?

E872 KYH is a 1988 Honda VT500, first registered on 30 April 1988.

Is E872 KYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E872 KYH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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