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C358 EWR

1986 Honda VF500

Multi-colour Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,817 mi
Last recorded24,817 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 1986 Honda VF50032,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC358 EWR
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1986
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2012 24,817 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 17 May 2012 24,817 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 24,442 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 23,249 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 23,118 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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C358 EWR is a 1986 Honda VF500 in Multi-colour with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 32,770 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 VF500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C358 EWR, 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 40 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C358 EWR registered?

C358 EWR is a 1986 Honda VF500, first registered on 14 May 1986.

Is C358 EWR safe to buy?

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