MOT Status
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37,679 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both front fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))
fork seals damp forks pitting rear brake requires adjustment
Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure rear fender bolt insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))
fork seals damp forks pitting rear brake requires adjustment
front brake lever shortened but fully functional
front brake lever short but fully functional
Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear brake as little reserve travel
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Clutch lever bent ball end missing
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Steering lock stop ineffective handle hits fuel tank before steering lockstop (2.1.3)
Throttle operating incorrectly throttle doesn't return when released (6.2.1f)
Clutch lever bent ball end missing
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
How Reliable is the Honda VT500?
Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C739 GCX is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 C739 GCX, 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.
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What year was C739 GCX registered?
C739 GCX is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 7 August 1985.
Is C739 GCX safe to buy?
The MOT history for C739 GCX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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