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N659 BCE

1996 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,154 mi
Last recorded6,154 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN659 BCE
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 6,154 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 6,130 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 6,073 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 6,045 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 5,961 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 5,885 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 5,724 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 5,358 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 5,290 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 5,263 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 5,263 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 5,259 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 5,207 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 5,152 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 4,619 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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N659 BCE is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 17,212 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 N659 BCE, 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 30 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 N659 BCE registered?

N659 BCE is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N659 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N659 BCE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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