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A866 RCJ

1984 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,089 mi
Last recorded56,089 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2014
Typical for 1984 Honda VF50030,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA866 RCJ
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2014 56,089 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 56,075 miles

engine misfire

Pass 8 Jun 2009 55,550 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake hose incorrectly routed

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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A866 RCJ is a 1984 Honda VF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A866 RCJ, 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 A866 RCJ registered?

A866 RCJ is a 1984 Honda VF500, first registered on 28 June 1984.

Is A866 RCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A866 RCJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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