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C353 TLU

1985 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,714 mi
Last recorded34,714 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC353 TLU
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 34,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2011 34,490 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 34,490 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 32,524 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 30,212 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Apr 2009 30,212 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 29,175 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 29,175 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 22,527 miles

rear tyre has a screw in it

Pass 25 Mar 2006 19,444 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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C353 TLU is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 C353 TLU, 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 C353 TLU?

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What year was C353 TLU registered?

C353 TLU is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 3 December 1985.

Is C353 TLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C353 TLU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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