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JBW 375Y

1983 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,228 mi
Last recorded30,228 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 375Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 30,228 miles

front brake opperated stop lamp not working.

throttle cables incorrectly routed.

Fail 12 Jun 2014 30,226 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

front brake opperated stop lamp not working.

throttle cables incorrectly routed.

Fail 13 May 2014 30,218 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 29,792 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 29,769 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 29,769 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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JBW 375Y is a 1983 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 JBW 375Y, 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 JBW 375Y?

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What year was JBW 375Y registered?

JBW 375Y is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JBW 375Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 375Y shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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