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K617 PVL

1993 Honda VT600

Beige Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

20,503 mi
Last recorded20,503 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda VT60020,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK617 PVL
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1993
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 20,503 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 20,503 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 20,493 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 20,490 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 20,472 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 20,380 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 20,263 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 20,116 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 20,014 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 20,012 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,941 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 19,880 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2015 19,861 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)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2013 19,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 19,578 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 19,578 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 19,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 19,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2010 19,476 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 18,971 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 18,890 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2008 18,890 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Park light front not working

Pass 2 May 2007 18,387 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 18,181 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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K617 PVL is a 1993 Honda VT600 in Beige with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 K617 PVL, 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

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What year was K617 PVL registered?

K617 PVL is a 1993 Honda VT600, first registered on 26 March 1993.

Is K617 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K617 PVL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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