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C856 DYK

1986 Honda VF1000F

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,046 mi
Last recorded51,046 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda VF1000F32,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC856 DYK
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 51,046 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 50,729 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 50,726 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 50,055 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 49,896 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 49,822 miles

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 49,729 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 48,851 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 48,076 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2007 48,073 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 47,614 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000F?

Based on 1,732 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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C856 DYK is a 1986 Honda VF1000F in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 32,450 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 VF1000F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C856 DYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VF1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C856 DYK registered?

C856 DYK is a 1986 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 22 May 1986.

Is C856 DYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C856 DYK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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