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N517 BWE

1995 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

33,046 mi
Last recorded33,046 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 1995 Honda VT60021,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN517 BWE
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2015 33,046 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Oct 2015 33,030 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 32,104 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2014 32,100 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 29,844 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 29,839 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 27,914 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 27,608 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 27,138 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 25,802 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 25,802 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 25,741 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 23,367 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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N517 BWE is a 1995 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1995 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 21,487 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 N517 BWE, 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 31 years old, this Honda VT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N517 BWE registered?

N517 BWE is a 1995 Honda VT600, first registered on 21 August 1995.

Is N517 BWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N517 BWE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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