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J486 WSG

1992 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

708 mi
Last recorded708 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1992 Honda VT60019,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ486 WSG
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 708 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2023 261 miles

Chain guard slightly loose round part off guard slightly hitting tyre edge (6.1.7 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear lower swinging arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all indicator lamps very small

Fail 17 May 2023 261 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too high aim excessively high (4.1.2 (a))

Chain guard slightly loose round part off guard slightly hitting tyre edge (6.1.7 (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear lower swinging arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all indicator lamps very small

Pass 28 May 2022 10,563 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 9,985 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 9,246 miles

Exhaust heat shield coming loose

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 8,077 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 7,265 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 6,384 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 5,672 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 4,919 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 4,919 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

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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J486 WSG is a 1992 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 19,560 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 J486 WSG, 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 34 years old, this Honda VT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J486 WSG registered?

J486 WSG is a 1992 Honda VT600, first registered on 23 May 1992.

Is J486 WSG safe to buy?

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