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F790 FPW

1989 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,029 mi
Last recorded15,029 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VT60019,655 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF790 FPW
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 15,029 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 14,796 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 14,010 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 13,089 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 13,089 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 12,064 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 10,339 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 10,339 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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F790 FPW is a 1989 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 19,655 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F790 FPW, 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 37 years old, this Honda VT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F790 FPW registered?

F790 FPW is a 1989 Honda VT600, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F790 FPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F790 FPW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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