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P389 VGO

1997 Honda NX650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

17,390 mi
Last recorded17,390 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda NX65021,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 VGO
MakeHonda
ModelNX650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 17,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 17,374 miles

Rear A HIGHER BRAKE EFFICIENCY IS NORMALY ACHIEVED.

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 17,335 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 16,537 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 16,537 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 16,502 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 16,495 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 16,481 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 16,139 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 15,717 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 15,492 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 15,072 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 14,390 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 14,390 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 13,550 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 12,537 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 12,537 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 11,069 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 8,576 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 6,999 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NX650?

Based on 9,865 MOT tests across 1,148 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
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P389 VGO is a 1997 Honda NX650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Honda NX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 21,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NX650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P389 VGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda NX650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P389 VGO registered?

P389 VGO is a 1997 Honda NX650, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P389 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P389 VGO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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