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C760 DYP

1986 Honda VF500

Multi-colour Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

34,429 mi
Last recorded34,429 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda VF50032,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC760 DYP
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1986
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 34,429 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 34,221 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 34,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 33,861 miles

Exhaust centre section corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 33,618 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 33,469 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 33,335 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 33,237 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 33,089 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 32,903 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 32,809 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 32,730 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 32,671 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

throttle mechanism is over closing but engine revs and operation is not affected on lock to lock or return

Pass 1 Sep 2012 32,556 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 32,401 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 32,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 31,949 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 31,708 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

one rear light bulb of the two fitted not working at time of test

throttle correct at time of test but over centres when closing

Pass 6 Sep 2007 31,067 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 30,544 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 30,542 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 29,612 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF500?

Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
271
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 22
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
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C760 DYP is a 1986 Honda VF500 in Multi-colour with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 32,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VF500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C760 DYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C760 DYP registered?

C760 DYP is a 1986 Honda VF500, first registered on 13 June 1986.

Is C760 DYP safe to buy?

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