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C665 SRK

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,266 mi
Last recorded53,266 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC665 SRK
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 53,266 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 53,238 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 52,758 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 52,674 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 52,674 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 May 2013 51,878 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 50,655 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 49,635 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 49,607 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 48,026 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 46,280 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 45,132 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 44,991 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 44,991 miles

Centre Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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C665 SRK is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C665 SRK, 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

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What year was C665 SRK registered?

C665 SRK is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 2 August 1985.

Is C665 SRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C665 SRK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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