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M493 VCT

1995 Honda VT600C

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,165 mi
Last recorded24,165 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 1995 Honda VT600C22,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM493 VCT
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 24,165 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit the rear tyre is wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 24,153 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition exhaust to loud (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) inop (4.7.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit the rear tyre is wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

the headlamp beam image is of poor quality and only just visable

Pass 28 Sep 2021 23,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 23,620 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

How Reliable is the Honda VT600C?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Horn not working 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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M493 VCT is a 1995 Honda VT600C in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Honda VT600C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 22,603 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 VT600C fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M493 VCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT600C typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 31 years old, this Honda VT600C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M493 VCT registered?

M493 VCT is a 1995 Honda VT600C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M493 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M493 VCT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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