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B188 FTU

1985 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,804 mi
Last recorded41,804 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB188 FTU
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 41,804 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 41,761 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 41,111 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 40,972 miles

Headlamp masked for test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 40,972 miles

Headlamp aim too high beam "kick up" to offside (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp masked for test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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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B188 FTU is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B188 FTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B188 FTU?

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What year was B188 FTU registered?

B188 FTU is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B188 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B188 FTU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B188 FTU have outstanding finance?

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