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C142 CKR

1985 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,229 mi
Last recorded17,229 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC142 CKR
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,229 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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C142 CKR is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 30,660 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 C142 CKR, 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 41 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C142 CKR registered?

C142 CKR is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 12 November 1985.

Is C142 CKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C142 CKR shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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