CarVerify

Free Car Check

C166 XLF

1986 Honda VF500

White Petrol 498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,619 mi
Last recorded7,619 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2008
Typical for 1986 Honda VF50032,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC166 XLF
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
View full Honda VF500 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2008 7,619 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2008 27,182 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 27,057 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
Full Honda VF500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C166 XLF is a 1986 Honda VF500 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C166 XLF, 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 C166 XLF?

You can check the full history of C166 XLF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C166 XLF registered?

C166 XLF is a 1986 Honda VF500, first registered on 14 July 1986.

Is C166 XLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C166 XLF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C166 XLF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C166 XLF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.