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B638 DGN

1992 Honda VF500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

518 mi
Last recorded518 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB638 DGN
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 518 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 42,050 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 42,018 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 42,016 miles

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 41,349 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 38,810 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 37,551 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2008 37,078 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 36,400 miles

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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B638 DGN is a 1992 Honda VF500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B638 DGN, 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 34 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B638 DGN registered?

B638 DGN is a 1992 Honda VF500, first registered on 2 March 1992.

Is B638 DGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B638 DGN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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