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C817 SMX

1986 Honda VF1000R

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,309 mi
Last recorded63,309 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2014
Typical for 1986 Honda VF1000R21,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC817 SMX
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000R
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2014 63,309 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 63,303 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 63,300 miles

Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2006 62,719 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000R?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
191
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 5
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C817 SMX is a 1986 Honda VF1000R in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.6% with a typical mileage of 21,136 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 VF1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C817 SMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VF1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C817 SMX registered?

C817 SMX is a 1986 Honda VF1000R, first registered on 14 February 1986.

Is C817 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C817 SMX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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