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C552 VLO

1986 Honda VT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

6,395 mi
Last recorded6,395 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC552 VLO
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 6,395 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 5,890 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 5,485 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 4,264 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 4,242 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 May 2018 16,889 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 16,882 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 16,391 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 12,244 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 11,024 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 9,396 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2014 9,396 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 6,953 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2013 6,946 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 3,465 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 2,715 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 2,715 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 1,596 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 1,596 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 684 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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C552 VLO is a 1986 Honda VT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 C552 VLO, 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 C552 VLO registered?

C552 VLO is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 27 February 1986.

Is C552 VLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C552 VLO shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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