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C382 EMP

1986 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

58,571 mi
Last recorded58,571 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC382 EMP
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2011 58,571 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 56,713 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 56,713 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2009 56,700 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2008 56,270 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 56,270 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 53,996 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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C382 EMP is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C382 EMP, 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 C382 EMP registered?

C382 EMP is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 7 January 1986.

Is C382 EMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C382 EMP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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