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R141 PNL

1998 Honda VT600C

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,892 mi
Last recorded14,892 miles
Recorded on27 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda VT600C12,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR141 PNL
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 May 2019 14,892 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached both (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced not visable when rider on bike hiddin with road wheel (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling wheel loose moving (2.4 (a))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock fowling to left with wiring (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected wheel (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front/centre/rear wiring loose insecure

Fail 28 Mar 2019 14,886 miles

Central Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition baffles missing (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front mudgaurd split

Rear mudgaurd missing

Rear wireing fowling on rear spring

Pass 18 Sep 2017 11,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion replace (2.3.3)

rear tyre odd tread well down monitor

Pass 30 May 2016 8,575 miles

rear mudguard MISSING recommend replaced/chain slack/dry re lub/adjust

Pass 14 Apr 2015 4,938 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 3,704 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 3,459 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 3,230 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 2,973 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 2,378 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 1,344 miles

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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R141 PNL is a 1998 Honda VT600C in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda VT600C models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 12,978 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 R141 PNL, 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 28 years old, this Honda VT600C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R141 PNL registered?

R141 PNL is a 1998 Honda VT600C, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R141 PNL safe to buy?

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