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K406 CAX

1993 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

3,111 mi
Last recorded3,111 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda VT60020,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK406 CAX
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 3,111 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 3,054 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 3,011 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 2,598 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 2,278 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 2,106 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 1,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Apr 2017 1,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Oct 2015 750 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 6 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

No direction indicators fitted at time of test

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 6 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

No direction indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 31 Aug 2013 15,060 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2013 15,056 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 15,003 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2009 14,900 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 14,900 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 14,700 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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K406 CAX is a 1993 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1993 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 20,784 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 K406 CAX, 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 33 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 K406 CAX?

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What year was K406 CAX registered?

K406 CAX is a 1993 Honda VT600, first registered on 20 June 1993.

Is K406 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K406 CAX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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