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P209 GPD

1996 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,522 mi
Last recorded42,522 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP209 GPD
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 42,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 37,423 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 35,700 miles

Front Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 35,436 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 34,184 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 28,037 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 23,605 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 21,272 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,540 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 17,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P209 GPD is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P209 GPD, 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 P209 GPD registered?

P209 GPD is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P209 GPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P209 GPD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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