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B189 VWS

1984 Honda VF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,814 mi
Last recorded54,814 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 1984 Honda VF50030,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB189 VWS
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 54,814 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 54,260 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front tyre perished.no show of cords

Fail 5 Nov 2011 54,260 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front tyre perished.no show of cords

Pass 21 Sep 2010 51,268 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 22 Aug 2009 51,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2008 51,182 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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B189 VWS is a 1984 Honda VF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 30,322 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 B189 VWS, 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 B189 VWS registered?

B189 VWS is a 1984 Honda VF500, first registered on 29 August 1984.

Is B189 VWS safe to buy?

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