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D116 CLT

1987 Honda VF500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

62,593 mi
Last recorded62,593 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VF50031,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD116 CLT
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 62,593 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 62,326 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 62,086 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 61,917 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 61,773 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 61,412 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 60,868 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 59,341 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 58,061 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 57,624 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 57,425 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 56,883 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 55,165 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 53,914 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 53,421 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 52,675 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 51,173 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 51,173 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 50,778 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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D116 CLT is a 1987 Honda VF500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 31,985 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 D116 CLT, 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 39 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D116 CLT?

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What year was D116 CLT registered?

D116 CLT is a 1987 Honda VF500, first registered on 14 April 1987.

Is D116 CLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D116 CLT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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