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C608 CBK

1986 Honda VF500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,348 mi
Last recorded43,348 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2011
Typical for 1986 Honda VF50032,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC608 CBK
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2011 43,348 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Jul 2011 43,348 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 42,270 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 42,039 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Honda VF500?

Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
271
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 22
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
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C608 CBK is a 1986 Honda VF500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 32,770 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 VF500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C608 CBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C608 CBK registered?

C608 CBK is a 1986 Honda VF500, first registered on 16 June 1986.

Is C608 CBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C608 CBK 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.

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