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PYM 144Y

1983 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

268 mi
Last recorded268 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYM 144Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 268 miles

Central Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 260 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear rear drum brake binding

Pass 18 Jun 2018 11 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 8,141 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

sidewall cracks to rear tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2012 7,789 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

sidewall cracks to rear tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2011 7,508 miles

indicators taped over

Pass 1 May 2010 5,475 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 5,370 miles

Offside Rear Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 97,270 miles

indicators not tested.

Pass 24 Apr 2008 95,424 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 94,192 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 92,397 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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PYM 144Y is a 1983 Honda VT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PYM 144Y, 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 PYM 144Y registered?

PYM 144Y is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 26 May 1983.

Is PYM 144Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYM 144Y shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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