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HUA 81Y

1983 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,925 mi
Last recorded41,925 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2007
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUA 81Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2007 41,925 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 41,925 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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HUA 81Y is a 1983 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HUA 81Y, 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 HUA 81Y?

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What year was HUA 81Y registered?

HUA 81Y is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 28 May 1983.

Is HUA 81Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUA 81Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HUA 81Y have outstanding finance?

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