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HEG 812Y

1983 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,686 mi
Last recorded42,686 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEG 812Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 42,686 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2022 42,686 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 41,646 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear footrests worn.

Rear stoplight not operating from rear brake.

Slightly reduced damping effect at rear.

Pass 3 Feb 2018 38,002 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 Feb 2018 38,002 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 34,004 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2017 34,001 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 29,880 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 25,989 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 25,752 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 May 2010 25,426 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 25,035 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 14 May 2008 24,947 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 24,915 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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HEG 812Y is a 1983 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HEG 812Y, 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

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What year was HEG 812Y registered?

HEG 812Y is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 10 June 1983.

Is HEG 812Y safe to buy?

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