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C200 VDU

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,348 mi
Last recorded36,348 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC200 VDU
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 36,348 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 36,275 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 36,240 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 36,115 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 35,910 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 35,910 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 35,611 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 35,146 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 May 2008 34,942 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 34,935 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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C200 VDU is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C200 VDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C200 VDU?

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What year was C200 VDU registered?

C200 VDU is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 14 August 1985.

Is C200 VDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C200 VDU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C200 VDU have outstanding finance?

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