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C299 DOD

1985 Honda VT500

White Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

50,310 mi
Last recorded50,310 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC299 DOD
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 50,310 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2024 50,310 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened swing arm seriously corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle not returning on left lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 7 Aug 2023 50,309 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis swing arm mount. (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering swing arm. (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2022 50,309 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect gaiters fitted, no leak evident (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 May 2022 50,309 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect gaiters fitted, no leak evident (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 49,317 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 48,515 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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C299 DOD is a 1985 Honda VT500 in White with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 C299 DOD, 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 C299 DOD registered?

C299 DOD is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 11 September 1985.

Is C299 DOD safe to buy?

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