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C497 HKK

1986 Honda VT500

Gold Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,762 mi
Last recorded45,762 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC497 HKK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 45,762 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 45,735 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 45,624 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 45,616 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 45,616 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 45,595 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 45,377 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 45,112 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 44,134 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 44,134 miles

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

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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C497 HKK is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Gold with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C497 HKK, 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 C497 HKK registered?

C497 HKK is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 20 June 1986.

Is C497 HKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C497 HKK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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