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P455 RGJ

1996 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,501 mi
Last recorded24,501 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2005
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP455 RGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2005 24,501 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 24,453 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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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P455 RGJ is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P455 RGJ, 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 P455 RGJ registered?

P455 RGJ is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 5 September 1996.

Is P455 RGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P455 RGJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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