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D88 PUX

1987 Honda VF500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,576 mi
Last recorded25,576 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1987 Honda VF50031,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD88 PUX
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 25,576 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 25,576 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 25,507 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

reduced damping on rear shock

Pass 30 Mar 2019 25,294 miles

Rear rear shocker reduced damping effect

Pass 17 Mar 2018 25,161 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 25,137 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 25,010 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 24,926 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 24,864 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 24,566 miles

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

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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D88 PUX is a 1987 Honda VF500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 D88 PUX, 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

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What year was D88 PUX registered?

D88 PUX is a 1987 Honda VF500, first registered on 20 February 1987.

Is D88 PUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D88 PUX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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