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C709 VLO

1986 Honda VT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,865 mi
Last recorded36,865 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC709 VLO
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 36,865 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 36,862 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 7 Jul 2014 36,855 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 36,586 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2011 36,577 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 36,044 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 35,794 miles

REAR TYRE HAS SOME SMALL SPLITS IN THE CENTRE. NO CORD OR PLY EXPOSED.

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 35,357 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 35,093 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Jul 2006 35,085 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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C709 VLO is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C709 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 C709 VLO registered?

C709 VLO is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 8 April 1986.

Is C709 VLO safe to buy?

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