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C59 FRL

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,458 mi
Last recorded36,458 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC59 FRL
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 36,458 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 36,458 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 33,599 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 32,046 miles

unable to assess front brake pads due to ventelater being fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2023 32,009 miles

Headlamp aim too low off reader (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

unable to assess front brake pads due to ventelater being fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2022 29,023 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 25,504 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 19,959 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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C59 FRL 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 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 C59 FRL, 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 C59 FRL?

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What year was C59 FRL registered?

C59 FRL is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 3 December 1985.

Is C59 FRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C59 FRL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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