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C507 AWK

1986 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,692 mi
Last recorded31,692 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC507 AWK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 31,692 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 31,574 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 30,383 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 29,813 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 28,935 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 28,919 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 28,810 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 28,274 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 28,274 miles

Brake excessively binding FRONT (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 28,235 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 27,841 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 27,396 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 27,077 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 26,884 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 26,573 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 26,573 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2011 26,201 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 26,201 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 26,182 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 25,949 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 25,641 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 23,879 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 23,879 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 May 2006 23,499 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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C507 AWK is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C507 AWK, 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 C507 AWK registered?

C507 AWK is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C507 AWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C507 AWK shows 24 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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