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E920 BNN

1987 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,663 mi
Last recorded22,663 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1987 Honda VT50039,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE920 BNN
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 22,663 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 22,494 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 22,300 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 21,705 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 21,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 19,252 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 17,014 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 16,769 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 16,683 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 16,464 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 16,464 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2010 16,125 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 16,125 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 15,880 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 14,993 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 14,993 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 14,212 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 13,928 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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E920 BNN is a 1987 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E920 BNN, 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.

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What year was E920 BNN registered?

E920 BNN is a 1987 Honda VT500, first registered on 5 November 1987.

Is E920 BNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E920 BNN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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