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C520 HOK

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,105 mi
Last recorded67,105 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC520 HOK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 67,105 miles

rear tyre wearing thin.

Pass 28 Mar 2011 66,093 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 65,044 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 63,881 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 62,119 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 62,094 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

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

offside front fork stanchion damp

security of headlamp switch

Pass 16 Dec 2006 60,338 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 58,437 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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C520 HOK is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C520 HOK, 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 HOK?

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What year was C520 HOK registered?

C520 HOK is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 28 November 1985.

Is C520 HOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C520 HOK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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