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F517 NLP

1989 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,759 mi
Last recorded42,759 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VT50044,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF517 NLP
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 42,759 miles

Central Lower One of the Main Stand Bolts is Missing.

Fail 1 Feb 2024 42,655 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 42,645 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 41,915 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 38,004 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 34,955 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 31,185 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 31,164 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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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F517 NLP is a 1989 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 44,019 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 F517 NLP, 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 37 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 F517 NLP?

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What year was F517 NLP registered?

F517 NLP is a 1989 Honda VT500, first registered on 7 March 1989.

Is F517 NLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F517 NLP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F517 NLP have outstanding finance?

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