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C499 MJB

1985 Honda VF1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,887 mi
Last recorded29,887 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 1985 Honda VF1000F33,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC499 MJB
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 29,887 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 27,311 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 26,702 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 22 Apr 2017 26,702 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 26,002 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 23,791 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 21,341 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 19,082 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,597 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 18,597 miles

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 17,812 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 17,812 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 17,139 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000F?

Based on 1,732 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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C499 MJB is a 1985 Honda VF1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 33,051 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 VF1000F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C499 MJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda VF1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C499 MJB registered?

C499 MJB is a 1985 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C499 MJB safe to buy?

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