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P895 KWE

1996 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,496 mi
Last recorded22,496 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP895 KWE
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 22,496 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 22,492 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking on when turning right (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2016 22,226 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 22,226 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect too small (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 21,887 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

number plate damaged but still readable

Pass 14 Aug 2014 20,072 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

no indectors fitted

rear tyre slightly damaged

Pass 12 Aug 2013 11,804 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 9,130 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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P895 KWE is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P895 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P895 KWE registered?

P895 KWE is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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