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P718 MAV

1997 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,920 mi
Last recorded20,920 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VT60013,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP718 MAV
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2021 20,920 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 20,920 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 20,443 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 17,561 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 17,005 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 16,637 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 16,288 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 15,631 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 15,129 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 15,107 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 13,975 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 13,717 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

number plate illumination not working.

Pass 12 Jan 2011 13,107 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 11,998 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 11,019 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Jan 2009 10,995 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 10,456 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 9,429 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 8,649 miles

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

rear brake very noisy on application possible cause excess build up of brake dust

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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P718 MAV is a 1997 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 13,107 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 P718 MAV, 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 29 years old, this Honda VT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P718 MAV registered?

P718 MAV is a 1997 Honda VT600, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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