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C506 YFA

1986 Honda VF1000R

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,586 mi
Last recorded47,586 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 1986 Honda VF1000R21,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC506 YFA
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000R
Year1986
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2011 47,586 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 47,313 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 46,693 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 46,693 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 78,850 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 76,782 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000R?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
191
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 5
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C506 YFA is a 1986 Honda VF1000R in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.6% with a typical mileage of 21,136 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 VF1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C506 YFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VF1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C506 YFA?

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What year was C506 YFA registered?

C506 YFA is a 1986 Honda VF1000R, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C506 YFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C506 YFA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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