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E496 CGK

1988 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,290 mi
Last recorded12,290 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 1988 Honda VT60018,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE496 CGK
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 12,290 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 12,204 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 12,204 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 12,174 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 12,136 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 11,939 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 11,939 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 11,847 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 11,771 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 11,643 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT600?

Based on 6,311 MOT tests across 627 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
627
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 33
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
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E496 CGK is a 1988 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 18,647 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 VT600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E496 CGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda VT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E496 CGK?

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What year was E496 CGK registered?

E496 CGK is a 1988 Honda VT600, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E496 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E496 CGK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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