MOT Status
ValidMileage
18,782 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front suspension has limited travel
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front tyre cracking in tread
Rear number plate cracked
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit has slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Honda VT600C?
Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.
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R42 VOT is a 1997 Honda VT600C in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
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 R42 VOT, 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 R42 VOT registered?
R42 VOT is a 1997 Honda VT600C, first registered on 20 August 1997.
Is R42 VOT safe to buy?
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