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M163 NEL

2000 Honda VT600

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,438 mi
Last recorded30,438 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VT60012,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM163 NEL
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 30,438 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 29,733 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 May 2024 28,520 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 27,595 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 26,461 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 24,644 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 23,630 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 23,076 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 22,952 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2018 22,952 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 21,324 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 19,388 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 19,388 miles

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

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

drive chain dry and stiff

Pass 23 Jun 2014 18,254 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 13 May 2013 16,807 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 15,842 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 13,806 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 13,028 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 12,492 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 12,029 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 12,029 miles

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

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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M163 NEL is a 2000 Honda VT600 in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 12,894 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 M163 NEL, 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 26 years old, this Honda VT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M163 NEL registered?

M163 NEL is a 2000 Honda VT600, first registered on 16 May 2000.

Is M163 NEL safe to buy?

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