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A674 TMJ

1984 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,795 mi
Last recorded31,795 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1984 Honda VF50030,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA674 TMJ
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 31,795 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 31,795 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly control 1 (3.1.3d)

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute All (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies control 1 (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies control 2 (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 31,500 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 31,097 miles

brake lever control 1 requires attention

Pass 18 May 2012 30,612 miles

**** Vehicle Identification Number has been removed and restamped****

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 May 2012 30,599 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2011 29,518 miles

both front and rear tyres are at wear limit

Pass 8 May 2010 27,596 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 27,149 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 25,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2005 24,810 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 24,810 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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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A674 TMJ is a 1984 Honda VF500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 30,322 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 A674 TMJ, 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 42 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A674 TMJ registered?

A674 TMJ is a 1984 Honda VF500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A674 TMJ safe to buy?

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