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C51 LNO

1986 Honda VF1000F

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,788 mi
Last recorded34,788 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 1986 Honda VF1000F32,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC51 LNO
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 34,788 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 34,611 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2014 34,262 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 33,975 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 33,703 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 32,283 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 32,269 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 31,632 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2005 31,624 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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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C51 LNO is a 1986 Honda VF1000F in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 32,450 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 C51 LNO, 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 40 years old, this Honda VF1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C51 LNO?

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What year was C51 LNO registered?

C51 LNO is a 1986 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 28 May 1986.

Is C51 LNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C51 LNO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C51 LNO have outstanding finance?

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