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C740 NTJ

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,054 mi
Last recorded30,054 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC740 NTJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 30,054 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 29,769 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 29,530 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2024 29,530 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 29,017 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 28,373 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 28,208 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)

Fail 19 Oct 2015 28,208 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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 20 Oct 2014 27,306 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 26,450 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 26,263 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 26,243 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 26,223 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 26,132 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 25,985 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 25,664 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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C740 NTJ is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 C740 NTJ, 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 C740 NTJ registered?

C740 NTJ is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C740 NTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C740 NTJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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