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E637 YJL

1987 Honda VF500

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,187 mi
Last recorded27,187 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2012
Typical for 1987 Honda VF50031,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE637 YJL
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2012 27,187 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 27,173 miles

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

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 26,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

no mirrors fitted

no screen fitted

Fail 10 Feb 2010 26,990 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

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

rear tyre under in flated

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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E637 YJL is a 1987 Honda VF500 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 E637 YJL, 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 E637 YJL registered?

E637 YJL is a 1987 Honda VF500, first registered on 24 September 1987.

Is E637 YJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E637 YJL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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