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C520 GOA

1985 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

27,847 mi
Last recorded27,847 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2010
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC520 GOA
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2010 27,847 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 27,847 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 27,348 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 25,747 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 25,747 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 23,456 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 23,456 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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C520 GOA is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C520 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 C520 GOA?

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What year was C520 GOA registered?

C520 GOA is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 8 October 1985.

Is C520 GOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C520 GOA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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