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C46 ORC

1986 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,587 mi
Last recorded45,587 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC46 ORC
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 45,587 miles

Clutch lever short but can still be readily applied

Front Tyre cracking on sidewall

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 45,470 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front brake pads not visible due to guard be fitted.

Front tyre has cracking in sidewall

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

Pass 20 Aug 2022 45,374 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 45,174 miles

Front Tyre cracking on side walls

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 45,117 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

front tyre has cracking in sidewall

Fail 11 Aug 2020 45,117 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

front tyre has cracking in sidewall

Pass 5 Jan 2019 44,459 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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C46 ORC is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 C46 ORC, 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 C46 ORC registered?

C46 ORC is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 3 April 1986.

Is C46 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C46 ORC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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