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C141 LHG

1986 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,989 mi
Last recorded30,989 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2014
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC141 LHG
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2014 30,989 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 30,898 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 30,744 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 30,430 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 30,197 miles

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

front and rear tyres have hair line cracks in walls

Fail 17 Jun 2008 30,190 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

cracks in walls on front and rear tyre

Pass 12 May 2006 29,769 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 29,769 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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C141 LHG is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C141 LHG, 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

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What year was C141 LHG registered?

C141 LHG is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 8 May 1986.

Is C141 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C141 LHG shows 8 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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