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C124 UWP

1986 Honda VF500

Yellow Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,803 mi
Last recorded54,803 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2006
Typical for 1986 Honda VF50032,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC124 UWP
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2006 54,803 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 54,803 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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C124 UWP is a 1986 Honda VF500 in Yellow with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 32,770 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 C124 UWP, 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 40 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C124 UWP?

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What year was C124 UWP registered?

C124 UWP is a 1986 Honda VF500, first registered on 16 May 1986.

Is C124 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C124 UWP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C124 UWP have outstanding finance?

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