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P958 KOV

1997 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

715 mi
Last recorded715 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VT60013,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP958 KOV
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 715 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 571 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 571 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 365 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 365 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 May 2020 14,775 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 14,648 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 14,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 14,482 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 12,748 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 12,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2013 12,473 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 11,991 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 11,476 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 11,154 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 10,783 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 10,103 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,555 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 9,001 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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P958 KOV 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 P958 KOV, 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 P958 KOV registered?

P958 KOV is a 1997 Honda VT600, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is P958 KOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P958 KOV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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