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N726 KPW

1996 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,368 mi
Last recorded16,368 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN726 KPW
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 16,368 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 16,257 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 16,241 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2023 16,241 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 10 May 2022 16,092 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 15,843 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 15,364 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 15,156 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 15,064 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 14,739 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 14,739 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 14,558 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 14,004 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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N726 KPW is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N726 KPW, 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

How do I check the history of N726 KPW?

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What year was N726 KPW registered?

N726 KPW is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N726 KPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N726 KPW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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