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B239 MLL

1984 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

47,674 mi
Last recorded47,674 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda VF50030,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB239 MLL
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 47,674 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 46,396 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 45,699 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 43,728 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 42,766 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 41,692 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 41,299 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 40,118 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 38,838 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 35,340 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 32,203 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 32,203 miles

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 31,653 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 30,901 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 30,487 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 29,695 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 29,032 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2008 28,042 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 27,093 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 26,510 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 25,755 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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B239 MLL is a 1984 Honda VF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B239 MLL, 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 B239 MLL registered?

B239 MLL is a 1984 Honda VF500, first registered on 2 August 1984.

Is B239 MLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B239 MLL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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