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C66 BYN

1986 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,192 mi
Last recorded57,192 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2008
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC66 BYN
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2008 57,192 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 56,927 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 51,891 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 51,861 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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C66 BYN is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 35,759 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 VT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C66 BYN, 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 40 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 C66 BYN?

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What year was C66 BYN registered?

C66 BYN is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 16 May 1986.

Is C66 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C66 BYN shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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