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HBA 186Y

1983 Honda VT500

White Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,892 mi
Last recorded24,892 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBA 186Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 24,892 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 24,892 miles

Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements croaky (7.7 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 7,529 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 72 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 54 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 42 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 4,226 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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HBA 186Y is a 1983 Honda VT500 in White with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 29,788 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 HBA 186Y, 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 43 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 HBA 186Y?

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What year was HBA 186Y registered?

HBA 186Y is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HBA 186Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBA 186Y shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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