MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,658 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
rear caliper - floating pins siezed
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
rear caliper - floating pins siezed
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Honda VF500?
Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B948 SWT is a 1984 Honda VF500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 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 B948 SWT, 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 B948 SWT registered?
B948 SWT is a 1984 Honda VF500, first registered on 13 August 1984.
Is B948 SWT safe to buy?
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