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C891 FJN

1985 Honda VT500

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,703 mi
Last recorded38,703 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda VT50030,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC891 FJN
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2019 38,703 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 38,389 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 38,072 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 37,492 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 66,146 miles

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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C891 FJN is a 1985 Honda VT500 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C891 FJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C891 FJN?

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What year was C891 FJN registered?

C891 FJN is a 1985 Honda VT500, first registered on 3 September 1985.

Is C891 FJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C891 FJN shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C891 FJN have outstanding finance?

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