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P628 LDT

1996 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,098 mi
Last recorded34,098 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP628 LDT
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 34,098 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 34,098 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 34,030 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 33,932 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 33,904 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 33,845 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 33,756 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 33,495 miles

Rear Rear tyre sidewalls perishing

Pass 16 May 2019 32,916 miles

front suspenion a little soft in operation.

small cracks on sidewalls of rear tyre.

Fail 16 May 2019 32,916 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

front suspenion a little soft in operation.

small cracks on sidewalls of rear tyre.

Pass 16 May 2018 32,665 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Registration plate light not working.

Fail 16 May 2018 32,665 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Registration plate light not working.

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables Speedo cable trapped in lock stop on l/h lock (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 32,550 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 32,436 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 32,208 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 27,386 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 27,011 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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P628 LDT 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 82.4%.

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 P628 LDT, 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.

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What year was P628 LDT registered?

P628 LDT is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P628 LDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P628 LDT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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