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C735 TFL

1986 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,209 mi
Last recorded24,209 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC735 TFL
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 24,209 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 24,082 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,914 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 23,739 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 23,348 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 22,936 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 22,345 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 20,904 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 20,904 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 20,385 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 20,175 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 20,116 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2007 19,644 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 19,035 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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C735 TFL is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C735 TFL, 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 C735 TFL registered?

C735 TFL is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C735 TFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C735 TFL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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