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C399 UNP

1986 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,303 mi
Last recorded64,303 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC399 UNP
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 64,303 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 64,251 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 64,251 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 May 2011 64,216 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 64,203 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 63,918 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 63,909 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 13 Nov 2007 63,881 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 63,818 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 63,804 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.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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C399 UNP is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 C399 UNP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C399 UNP registered?

C399 UNP is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 14 July 1986.

Is C399 UNP safe to buy?

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