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C890 TVT

1985 Honda VF500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,655 mi
Last recorded34,655 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2007
Typical for 1985 Honda VF50028,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC890 TVT
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2007 34,655 miles

1. fork seal dustcaps perished

Fail 12 Mar 2007 34,653 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

1.ignition switch defective †2.fork seal dustcaps perished

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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C890 TVT is a 1985 Honda VF500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 28,906 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 C890 TVT, 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 41 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 C890 TVT?

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What year was C890 TVT registered?

C890 TVT is a 1985 Honda VF500, first registered on 18 September 1985.

Is C890 TVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C890 TVT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C890 TVT have outstanding finance?

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