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P856 MJN

1997 Honda VT600C

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,015 mi
Last recorded18,015 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda VT600C13,268 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP856 MJN
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 18,015 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 15,665 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 15,039 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2006 15,013 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front left indic loose on mount

How Reliable is the Honda VT600C?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Horn not working 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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P856 MJN is a 1997 Honda VT600C in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda VT600C models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 13,268 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 VT600C fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P856 MJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT600C typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VT600C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P856 MJN?

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What year was P856 MJN registered?

P856 MJN is a 1997 Honda VT600C, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P856 MJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P856 MJN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P856 MJN have outstanding finance?

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