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C240 UJL

1985 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,019 mi
Last recorded12,019 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC240 UJL
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2023 12,019 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 11,991 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 11,951 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 11,939 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe seal (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 11,905 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 11,841 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 11,818 miles

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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C240 UJL is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 28,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C240 UJL, 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 41 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 C240 UJL?

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What year was C240 UJL registered?

C240 UJL is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 1 September 1985.

Is C240 UJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C240 UJL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C240 UJL have outstanding finance?

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