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C443 FKG

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

16,555 mi
Last recorded16,555 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC443 FKG
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 16,555 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 16,555 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 16,523 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 16,495 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 16,430 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 15,888 miles

Frame seems slightly out of line

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Front Unable to inspect disc/pads due to design

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear exhaust slightly fouls swing arm on max travel

Rear Tyre is slightly deformed

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 15,863 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 15,671 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 15,481 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 15,108 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 15,108 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 14,803 miles

both tyres slightly perished on sidewalls

Fail 3 Aug 2015 14,803 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted offside inner frame (6.1.1a)

both tyres slightly perished on sidewalls

Pass 5 Aug 2014 14,264 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 13,755 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 13,755 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 13,488 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 13,141 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Aug 2011 13,141 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 12,734 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre has small cuts

Fail 12 Aug 2010 12,734 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre has small cuts

Pass 25 Aug 2009 11,878 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 11,362 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 10,680 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 10,552 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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C443 FKG is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 C443 FKG, 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 C443 FKG registered?

C443 FKG is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 15 August 1985.

Is C443 FKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C443 FKG shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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