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B530 BFJ

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,769 mi
Last recorded16,769 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB530 BFJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 16,769 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 15,229 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 14,640 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 14,081 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 13,818 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 13,382 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 12,681 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 11,770 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 10,926 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 9,991 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 8,897 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 7,800 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 7,226 miles

the rear tyre is very slightly cracking

Fail 23 Jun 2012 7,211 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

the rear tyre is very slightly cracking

How Reliable is the Honda VT500?

Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
821
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Headlamp aim too high 39
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded 37
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B530 BFJ is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1985 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 30,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B530 BFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B530 BFJ registered?

B530 BFJ is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B530 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B530 BFJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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