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R137 NSP

1997 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,042 mi
Last recorded27,042 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VT60013,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR137 NSP
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 27,042 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 25,918 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2018 25,854 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder severely damaged (3.2.B1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2017 21,360 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 17,166 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing has slight play (6.2.1e)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Jun 2015 17,057 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 16,686 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 16,340 miles

Rear tyre cracking within tread pattern

Fail 8 Jul 2011 16,340 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear tyre cracking within tread pattern

Fail 22 Jul 2010 16,318 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

rear tyre starting to perish

rhf indicator loose and may hit petrol tank( cant fall off or obstruct)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 15,698 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 15,220 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 14,466 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 14,466 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 14,284 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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R137 NSP is a 1997 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R137 NSP, 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 R137 NSP registered?

R137 NSP is a 1997 Honda VT600, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R137 NSP safe to buy?

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