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L878 LFR

1999 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

65,852 mi
Last recorded65,852 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1999 Honda VT60017,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL878 LFR
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 65,852 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 64,566 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 63,245 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 63,210 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 60,860 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 53,213 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 53,213 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 45,657 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2014 45,434 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 38,575 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 38,575 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 23 May 2012 38,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2011 38,054 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 37,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 36,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 35,476 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007
Fail 20 Jul 2007 32,328 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2005 29,951 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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L878 LFR is a 1999 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1999 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,468 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 L878 LFR, 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 27 years old, this Honda VT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L878 LFR registered?

L878 LFR is a 1999 Honda VT600, first registered on 12 February 1999.

Is L878 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L878 LFR shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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