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C103 CYT

1986 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,786 mi
Last recorded31,786 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC103 CYT
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 31,786 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 31,618 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 31,277 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 31,055 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases header slight leak, (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Feb 2020 31,055 miles

Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases header slight leak, (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 30,370 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 30,270 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 30,189 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 30,172 miles

Lower Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 28,105 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 28,105 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,634 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 27,357 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 26,499 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 24,720 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 22,513 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT500?

Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
821
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Headlamp aim too high 39
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded 37
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C103 CYT is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1986 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 35,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C103 CYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C103 CYT?

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What year was C103 CYT registered?

C103 CYT is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 21 March 1986.

Is C103 CYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C103 CYT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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