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C892 EAT

1986 Honda VF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,877 mi
Last recorded10,877 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda VF50032,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC892 EAT
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 10,877 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 10,833 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 10,742 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 10,682 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 10,589 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 10,541 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 10,508 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 10,452 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 10,416 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 10,338 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 10,310 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 10,275 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 10,201 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 10,145 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 10,084 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 10,001 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 9,958 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 9,823 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 9,703 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 9,371 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 9,371 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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C892 EAT is a 1986 Honda VF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C892 EAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C892 EAT?

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What year was C892 EAT registered?

C892 EAT is a 1986 Honda VF500, first registered on 19 February 1986.

Is C892 EAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C892 EAT shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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