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P840 TGK

1996 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

21,742 mi
Last recorded21,742 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP840 TGK
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 21,742 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 21,218 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 20,853 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2023 20,853 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 20,203 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 19,858 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 17,667 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 15,776 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 14,598 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 12,257 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 10,893 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 8,973 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 8,748 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 8,132 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 8,020 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 7,705 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 7,473 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 7,116 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 7,105 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 6,945 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 6,040 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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P840 TGK is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P840 TGK, 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 P840 TGK registered?

P840 TGK is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 19 December 1996.

Is P840 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P840 TGK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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