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D284 NKJ

1987 Honda VF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,651 mi
Last recorded45,651 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2010
Typical for 1987 Honda VF50031,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD284 NKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2010 45,651 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 45,503 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 45,379 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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D284 NKJ is a 1987 Honda VF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D284 NKJ, 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.

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What year was D284 NKJ registered?

D284 NKJ is a 1987 Honda VF500, first registered on 13 February 1987.

Is D284 NKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D284 NKJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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