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JXI 5944

1987 Honda VF500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,078 mi
Last recorded41,078 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VF50031,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJXI 5944
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 41,078 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 40,874 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 40,247 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 39,244 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 39,194 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive open ended split link fitted (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering free movement slightly restricted on lock to lock (last 5mm to 10mm) but not likely to impede the steering

Fail 18 Apr 2019 39,190 miles

Front Brake excessively binding Noticed carrier rubbers have also perished and have copper slip on. (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake component modification unsafe Rear caliper hanger has movement under braking due to possible seized and worn slider pins (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Pushes on radiator before full lock and catches accessory wiring intermittently . (2.1.4 (c))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Open ended split link also fitted (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside radiator mount bolt missing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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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JXI 5944 is a 1987 Honda VF500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JXI 5944, 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 JXI 5944 registered?

JXI 5944 is a 1987 Honda VF500, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is JXI 5944 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JXI 5944 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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