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P47 TGN

1996 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

4,120 mi
Last recorded4,120 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 TGN
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 4,120 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 3,855 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 2,831 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 376 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 376 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 338 miles

daylight mot applied

Pass 30 Mar 2016 102 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no lights fitted at time of test, FOR DAYTIME USE ONLY.

Fail 21 Mar 2016 102 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 57,206 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 49,903 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 42,055 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 42,055 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 30,257 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 May 2011 30,257 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2010 17,672 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 17,414 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2009 15,698 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P47 TGN is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P47 TGN, 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 P47 TGN registered?

P47 TGN is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 13 December 1996.

Is P47 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P47 TGN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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