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VEC 495Y

1983 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,089 mi
Last recorded20,089 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2007
Typical for 1983 Honda VT50029,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEC 495Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2007 20,089 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 20,089 miles

Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 11,437 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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VEC 495Y is a 1983 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VEC 495Y, 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 VEC 495Y?

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What year was VEC 495Y registered?

VEC 495Y is a 1983 Honda VT500, first registered on 13 June 1983.

Is VEC 495Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEC 495Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VEC 495Y have outstanding finance?

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