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R290 UBY

1997 Honda VT600C

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,930 mi
Last recorded37,930 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda VT600C13,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 UBY
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 37,930 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 27,930 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 27,853 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 27,526 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 24,704 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2010 24,704 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2009 21,545 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 May 2008 21,004 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 21,004 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 19,888 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 19,613 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 18,083 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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R290 UBY is a 1997 Honda VT600C in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda VT600C models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 13,268 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 R290 UBY, 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 29 years old, this Honda VT600C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R290 UBY registered?

R290 UBY is a 1997 Honda VT600C, first registered on 30 December 1997.

Is R290 UBY safe to buy?

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