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P263 GKO

1996 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,263 mi
Last recorded22,263 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP263 GKO
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 22,263 miles

All position lamps masked up and no indicators fitted

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

n/s handlebar grip slightly loose

Fail 16 Aug 2022 22,252 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 18,020 miles

Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 17,869 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 16,820 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 16,820 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Lower Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2013 16,523 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 16,523 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 13,849 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 13,746 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 13,451 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 13,341 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 13,114 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 12,798 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 12,537 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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P263 GKO is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 P263 GKO, 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 P263 GKO registered?

P263 GKO is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P263 GKO safe to buy?

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