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C303 HKK

1986 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

58,288 mi
Last recorded58,288 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC303 HKK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 58,288 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 58,276 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 57,970 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 57,968 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2011 57,849 miles

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 May 2011 57,849 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 57,834 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 87,699 miles

rubber hose not properly fastened to rocker cover

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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C303 HKK is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 C303 HKK, 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.

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What year was C303 HKK registered?

C303 HKK is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 25 July 1986.

Is C303 HKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C303 HKK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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