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C569 TKS

1985 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,174 mi
Last recorded37,174 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2010
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC569 TKS
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,174 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 36,882 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 36,882 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 35,997 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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C569 TKS is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C569 TKS, 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 C569 TKS?

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What year was C569 TKS registered?

C569 TKS is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 6 August 1985.

Is C569 TKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C569 TKS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C569 TKS have outstanding finance?

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