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P886 KWE

1996 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

102 mi
Last recorded102 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP886 KWE
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 102 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 36 miles
Fail 6 May 2024 23 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 14,233 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 13,878 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 13,861 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 22,335 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 22,335 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 19,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 19,143 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 16,608 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 16,608 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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P886 KWE is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P886 KWE, 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 P886 KWE registered?

P886 KWE is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 21 December 1996.

Is P886 KWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P886 KWE shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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