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C406 AKN

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,559 mi
Last recorded52,559 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2011
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC406 AKN
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2011 52,559 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 52,559 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

wireing needs tidy up /grab rail bolt missing

Pass 10 Jul 2010 52,547 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2008 51,027 miles

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

Centre Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 49,097 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 47,339 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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C406 AKN is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C406 AKN, 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

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What year was C406 AKN registered?

C406 AKN is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 3 August 1985.

Is C406 AKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C406 AKN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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