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MK9VB

1985 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

12,750 mi
Last recorded12,750 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2015
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK9VB
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2015 12,750 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

How Reliable is the Honda VF500?

Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
271
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 22
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
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MK9VB is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 28,906 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 VF500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK9VB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MK9VB registered?

MK9VB is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is MK9VB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK9VB shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK9VB have outstanding finance?

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