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C501 GOA

1985 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

36,249 mi
Last recorded36,249 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC501 GOA
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 36,249 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 36,249 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 36,064 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 36,011 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 35,952 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 35,906 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 35,785 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 35,782 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

front tyre perished

Pass 29 Dec 2012 35,174 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 35,505 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 35,003 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Dec 2010 34,978 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 34,960 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 34,730 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 34,568 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 34,374 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 34,089 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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C501 GOA is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 C501 GOA, 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

How do I check the history of C501 GOA?

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What year was C501 GOA registered?

C501 GOA is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 16 September 1985.

Is C501 GOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C501 GOA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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